Hustings (noun)

A public meeting or assembly, especially one held by a political candidate or party.

Origin:

From old english husting "council, assembly", of germanic origin; related to dutch husting and german hofstaat "court".

Examples:

  1. He was campaigning on the hustings.
  2. The hustings were held in the town hall.
  3. The hustings were an opportunity for the candidates to address the voters.
  4. The hustings were the public meetings held by candidates during the campaign.
  5. He delivered his speech at the hustings.
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