Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun The office or dignity of a beadle.

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Examples

  • He was in the full bloom and pride of beadlehood; his cocked hat and coat were dazzling in the morning sun; he clutched his cane with the vigorous tenacity of health and power.

    Oliver Twist 2007

  • He was in the full bloom and pride of beadlehood; his cocked hat and coat were dazzling in the morning sun; he clutched his cane with the vigorous tenacity of health and power.

    Oliver Twist Charles Dickens 1841

  • He was in the full bloom and pride of beadlehood; his cocked hat and coat were dazzling in the morning sun; he clutched his cane with the vigorous tenacity of health and power.

    Oliver Twist 1838

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