Tipstaff Definition

tĭpstăf
tipstaff, tipstaves
noun
A staff with a metal tip, formerly carried as an emblem by certain officials.
Webster's New World
An official who carried such a staff; esp., in England, a bailiff or constable.
Webster's New World

Origin of Tipstaff

  • Alteration of tipped staff

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

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