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Meaning of baillie | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1
ˈbeɪli

Definitions

  1. The jurisdiction of a bailie or bailiff; a bailiwick.
  2. A surname.
  3. The equivalent of alderman in some Scottish cities.

Equivalents

Français baillie
Gàidhlig bàillidh

Examples

“To ease street traffic congestion, improve transport facilities, and reduce unemployment, one Glasgow baillie has suggested establishing a Regional Passenger Transport Board.”

CEFR level

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This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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