searcher
(UK, historical) An officer in London appointed to examine the bodies of the dead, and report the cause of death.
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#1·Apr 27, 2026UK
(UK, historical) An officer in London appointed to examine the bodies of the dead, and report the cause of death.
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#2·Apr 27, 2026UK
One who searches.
The Searchers hereupon (who are ancient Matrons, sworn to their Office) repair to the place where the dead Corps lies
Origin: From , sercher, from ; equivalent to. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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#3·Apr 27, 2026UK
(UK, historical) An officer who apprehended idlers on the street during church hours in Scotland.
: Means adopted by tanners to evade the searcher's and sealer's inspection
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