Bailey, David
Bailey, David

bailiff


Definition: Meaning of, bailiff in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈbeɪlɪf /

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bailiff bailiffs
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  1. British English someone who looks after a farm or land that belongs to someone else
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  2. American English an official of the legal system who watches prisoners and keeps order in a court of law
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  3. British English an official of the legal system who can take people's goods or property when they owe money
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