Im`pe*tra"tion (?), n. [L.
impetratio: cf. F. impétration.]
1. The act of impetrating, or obtaining by
petition or entreaty. [Obs.]
In way of impertation procuring the removal or
allevation of our crosses.
Barrow.
2. (Old Eng. Law) The obtaining of
benefice from Rome by solicitation, which benefice belonged to the
disposal of the king or other lay patron of the realm.