watergrave
/ˈwɔːtəɡreɪv/noun
Chiefly in medieval Flanders: an officer responsible for overseeing the use of lakes, rivers, and other waterways, especially with regard to the protection of fishing privileges or the maintenance and use of canals, sluices, bridges, etc. Compare water bailiff. Now historical.
Origin
Late 15th century. From water + grave.
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