imparlance

noun

im·​par·​lance

-lən(t)s

1

obsolete : mutual discourse : conference, discussion

2

a

: time formerly given to a party before pleading in a lawsuit for making an amicable settlement

b

: the delay or continuance of a suit

c

: a petition or leave for such a delay

Word History

Etymology

Anglo-French emparlance, from Middle French emparler + -ance

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