n. [ L. placitum. See Plea. ] A decree or determination; a dictum. [ Obs. ] “The placits and opinions of other philosophers.” Evelyn. [ 1913 Webster ]

a. [ See Placit. ] Of or pertaining to pleas or pleading, in courts of law. [ Obs. ] Clayton. [ 1913 Webster ]

‖n.; pl. Placita [ LL. See Placit. ] 1. A public court or assembly in the Middle Ages, over which the sovereign president when a consultation was held upon affairs of state. Brande & C. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. (Old Eng. Law) A court, or cause in court. [ 1913 Webster ]

3. (Law) A plea; a pleading; a judicial proceeding; a suit. Burrill. [ 1913 Webster ]