Bailies Meaning in English
word · lemma: bailie
释义
'Bailies' are officials in Scottish towns who historically served as local magistrates or council members, similar to aldermen. The term is mainly used in Scotland and is now mostly historical or ceremonial.
用法与细微差别
Mostly historical or ceremonial; still used in some Scottish towns during formal events. Not a general synonym for 'magistrate' or 'council member' outside Scotland. Avoid confusing with 'bail' (money for temporary release from jail) or 'bailey' (castle wall).
例句
Historically, bailies made important decisions for Scottish towns.
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Nowadays, most cities don't have bailies anymore.
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The role of bailies has mostly become ceremonial.
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Growing up in Edinburgh, I only heard about bailies during special events.
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The city's bailies wore traditional robes during the parade.
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Two bailies attended the official ceremony.
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