\Par"a*pegm\, n. [L. parapegma, Gr. ?, fr. ? to fix
beside; ? beside + ? to fix: cf. F. parapegme.]
An engraved tablet, usually of brass, set up in a public
place.

Note: Parapegms were used for the publication of laws,
      proclamations, etc., and the recording of astronomical
      phenomena or calendar events.