{ } a. [ L. praesidialis and praesidiarius, fr. praesidium a presiding over, defense, guard. See Preside. ] Of or pertaining to a garrison; having a garrison. [ 1913 Webster ]
There are three presidial castles in this city. Howell. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ L. praesidiarium. ] A guard. [ Obs. ] “Heavenly presidiaries.” Bp. Hall. [ 1913 Webster ]