English Explanatory Dictionary

bound bailiff

English dictionary entry

Meanings

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

Word forms

bound bailiff bound bailiffs

Etymology

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

Synonyms

bumbailiff
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