English Explanatory Dictionary

tipstaff

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A ceremonial staff, with a metal tip, carried by a constable or bailiff etc as a sign of office
  2. An officer, of a court etc. who carries such a staff

Word forms

tipstaff tipstaffs tipstaves

Etymology

From tip + staff.

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