The *frater or refectory was the fraterer's sphere of influence. He saw to it that tables were laid, that tablecloths were clean and repaired; he kept a count of cups and spoons. He was also meant to keep the wash-room (lavatorium) clean and supplied with towels. [< OldFr. fraitur = refectory < Lat. refectorium] -
Cf. Obedientiary
Dictionary of Medieval Terms and Phrases. Christopher Coredon with Ann Williams.