beadlehood

English edit

Etymology edit

beadle +‎ -hood

Noun edit

beadlehood (uncountable)

beadledom
- 1837-39, Charles Dickens, Oliver Twist
  He was in the full bloom and pride of beadlehood; his cocked hat and coat were dazzling in the morning sun; he clutched his cane with the vigorous tenacity of health and power.

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