UNDERSHERIFF


Meaning of UNDERSHERIFF in English

ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ noun

Etymology: under (III) + sheriff

: a sheriff's deputy ; specifically : one on whom the sheriff's powers devolve by the sheriff's direction or in case of his incapacity or a vacancy in the office

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