courtling

Thus there may be found many a “courtling” at Rome who alone holds twenty-two cures, seven priories, and forty-four prebends, all which is done in virtue of this masterly gloss, so as not to be contrary to law.

Of the Matters to be Considered in the Councils 1909

And if a courtling came from Rome, he should receive the strict command to withdraw, or to leap into the Rhine, or whatever river be nearest, and to administer a cold bath to the Interdict, seal and letters and all.

Articles 1-9. Twenty-Seven Articles Respecting the Reformation of the Christian Estate 1909