noun
bailiwick
Bailiwick (noun) means the district within which a bailie or bailiff has jurisdiction.
noun
1
The district within which a bailie or bailiff has jurisdiction.
2
A person's concern or sphere of operations, their area of skill or authority.
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Etymology
From bailie (“bailiff”) and wick (“dwelling”), from Old English wīc.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of bailiwick?
"bailiwick" (noun) means the district within which a bailie or bailiff has jurisdiction.
What are the different meanings of bailiwick?
"bailiwick" has 2 main meanings: 1. The district within which a bailie or bailiff has jurisdiction; 2. A person's concern or sphere of operations, their area of skill or authority.