Meaning Of The Word Catchpole

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catchpole in American English
a sheriff's officer who arrested nonpaying debtors
noun: a petty officer of justice, esp. one arresting persons for debt

catchpole in British English
noun: (in medieval England) a sheriff's officer who arrested debtors

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