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Alsatia 1. the ancient name for Alsace 2. an area around Whitefriars, London, in the 17th century, which was a sanctuary for criminals and debtors Alsatia (white friars) London monastery; former refuge for lawless characters. [Br. Hist.: Walsh Modem, 15] See : Refuge How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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But Maggie always appeared in the most amiable light at her aunt Moss's; it was her Alsatia, where she was out of the reach of law,--if she upset anything, dirtied her shoes, or tore her frock, these things were matters of course at her aunt Moss's. |
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