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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."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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