bound bailiff

Meaning

Noun

A sheriff's officer who serves writs, makes arrests, etc.

Related

Similar words

bumbailiff

Origin

The sheriff being answerable for the bailiff's misdemeanours, the bailiff is usually under bond for the faithful discharge of his trust.

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