释义 |
ˈpound-ˈkeeper [f. pound n.2 + keeper n.] One who has charge of a public pound; a pinder.
1783Cowper Reports 478 If wrongfully taken, it was at the peril of the person bringing them; not of the pound⁓keeper, who has no right or power to judge of the legality of the capture; but is the officer of the law, and ministerial only. 1884Law Times 15 Mar. 364/1 A pound-keeper obtains a penalty before the justices against the owner of some sheep for releasing them from pound. 1886Even. Bell (Auckland, N.Z.) 29 June 8/4 Borough of Newton. Written applications for Poundkeeper and Ranger will be received up to 5 o'clock on Thursday, July 1. |