sheriff
noun
the law-enforcement officer of a county or other civil subdivision of a state.
sheriffdom
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a word derived from
sheriff.
Example Sentences
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Ms Webster also voiced concern that courts in the Grampian, Highland and Islands sheriffdom were being "side-lined" by the current failures.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2023
This week it emerged future jury trials would be unable to proceed at five courts in the Grampian, Highland and Islands sheriffdom.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2023
Since Sir Walter's appointment to the sheriffdom of Selkirkshire, he had resided at Ashiesteel, on the banks of the Tweed, of which he was but the tenant.
From The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 20, No. 571 (Supplementary Number) by Various
But although it was evident that it was against Harek's inclination, he allowed Asmund to take the sheriffdom according to the king's order.
From Heimskringla, or the Chronicle of the Kings of Norway by Snorri Sturluson
Buteshire and Renfrewshire form one sheriffdom, with a sheriff-substitute resident in Rothesay who also sits periodically at Brodick and Millport.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 4 "Bulgaria" to "Calgary" by Various
