tipstaff

noun

Meaning

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

Etymology / origin

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Related words

pikestaff(English)tau staff(English)pike(English)truncheon(English)palstaff(English)stick(English)pestle(English)gibstaff(English)wales(English)court(English)take(English)law(English)

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Sources

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