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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

bailiff

/ˈbeɪlɪf/ noun · British & US
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What does bailiff mean?

noun

A person who serves a writ or summons, especially one who executes a court order to seize property or arrest someone. A person who supervises the sale of property at an auction.

Example

"The bailiff was responsible for collecting the debts owed to the court."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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