borsholder
borsholder · borsholders
Synonym of tithingman: the head of a tithingSynonym of tithingman: the head of a tithing.
Meaning
2 senses(historical)Synonym of tithingman: the head of a tithing.
(historical)Synonym of tithingman: a peace officer or underconstable.
Origin
From Old English borsolder, probably from borges (“pledge's”) + ealdor (“elder”). CompareFrom Old English borsolder, probably from borges (“pledge's”) + ealdor (“elder”). Compare borrow and elder.
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Forms
plural: borsholders| Singular | borsholder |
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