ALL meanings of catchpole
catch·pole
C c - noun catchpole (in medieval England) a sheriff's officer who arrested debtors 3
- noun catchpole a sheriff's officer who arrested nonpaying debtors 3
- noun catchpole (obsolete) A taxman, one who gathers taxes. 1
- noun catchpole (formerly) a petty officer of justice, especially one arresting persons for debt. 1
- noun catchpole A sheriff’s officer, usually one who arrests debtors. 0
- noun catchpole (historical) An implement formerly used for seizing and securing a man who would otherwise be out of reach. 0