About The Word Bailey
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Bailey
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What's The Definition Of Bailey?
[n] the outer defensive wall that surrounds the outer courtyard of a castle
[n] the outer courtyard of a castle [n] English lexicographer who was the first to treat etymology consistently; his work was used as a reference by Samuel Johnson (died in 1742) [n] American singer (1918-1990) Synonyms | Synonyms for Bailey: Nathan Bailey | Nathaniel Bailey | Pearl Bailey | Pearl Mae Bailey Related Terms | Find terms related to Bailey: See Also | bulwark | court | courtyard | lexicographer | lexicologist | rampart | singer | vocaliser | vocalist | vocalizer | wall Bailey In Webster's Dictionary \Bai"ley\, n. [The same word as bail line of palisades;
cf. LL. ballium bailey, OF. bail, baille, a palisade,
baillier to inclose, shut.]
1. The outer wall of a feudal castle. [Obs.]
2. The space immediately within the outer wall of a castle or
fortress. [Obs.]
3. A prison or court of justice; -- used in certain proper
names; as, the Old Bailey in London; the New Bailey in
Manchester. [Eng.] --Oxf. Gloss.
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