Meaning of doomsman | Babel Free

Definitions

1. One who renders judgement (e.g. a judge, magistrate, or arbiter); an umpire.
   archaic, historical
2. One who carries out a judgement or sentencing; executioner.
   rare

Examples

“The fire shall burn about the Doomsman.”

“And the King marveled at the wisdom of the doomsman, and said to him: "Now I know that all I have heard is truth. […]"”

“A doomsman might even interrupt the proceedings and point out the law.”

“Finally, although the hundred did not send doomsmen or suitors to the county court, Macclesfield men attended the sessions and acted as jurors.”

“At the place of execution, Dorothea begged the doomsman to tarry a little, and kneeling by the block, she raised her hands to heaven and prayed earnestly.”

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