sheriffdom

[US]/ˈʃerɪfdəm/
[UK]/ˈʃerɪfdəm/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.the jurisdiction or office of a sheriff
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

the sheriffdom

sheriffdom boundaries

within the sheriffdom

sheriffdom jurisdiction

throughout the sheriffdom

sheriffdom borders

beyond the sheriffdom

the sheriffdom's authority

sheriffdom territory

into the sheriffdom

Example Sentences

the scottish sheriffdom system dates back to the medieval period.

the sheriffdom of lothian was one of the most important in scotland.

the boundaries of the sheriffdom remained unchanged for centuries.

many historic records have been preserved in the sheriffdom archives.

the sheriffdom court handled both civil and criminal cases.

the jurisdiction of the sheriffdom extended over the entire region.

throughout the sheriffdom, the sheriff was the chief legal officer.

the medieval sheriffdom played a crucial role in local administration.

the sheriffdom of fife was known for its efficient courts.

visitors can explore the history of the sheriffdom at the museum.

the sheriffdom system was reformed in the nineteenth century.

traditional sheriffdom boundaries often followed natural geographical features.

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