borsholder en · NOUN
Etymology
From Old English borsolder, probably from borges (“pledge's”) + ealdor (“elder”). Compare borrow and elder.
Meanings
- (historical) Synonym of tithingman: the head of a tithing.
- (historical) Synonym of tithingman: a peace officer or underconstable.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| borsholders | Number=Plur | lexicographic |