Meaning Of The Word Tipstaff

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tipstaff in American English
a staff with a metal tip, formerly carried as an emblem by certain officials
noun: an attendant or crier in a court of law

tipstaff in British English
noun: a court official having miscellaneous duties, mostly concerned with the maintenance of order in court

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