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