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SHERIFF-OFFICER

\ʃˈɛɹɪfˈɒfɪsə], \ʃˈɛɹɪfˈɒfɪsə], \ʃ_ˈɛ_ɹ_ɪ_f_ˈɒ_f_ɪ_s_ə]\

Definitions of SHERIFF-OFFICER

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language

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In Scot., one who is charged with arrests and the service of processes, &c.; a catch-poll.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

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