beadlehood

English

Etymology

beadle +‎ -hood

Noun

beadlehood (uncountable)

  1. beadledom
    • 1837-39, Charles Dickens, Oliver Twist
      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.
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