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reeve1 1. English history the local representative of the king in a shire (under the ealdorman) until the early 11th century 2. (in medieval England) a manorial steward who supervised the daily affairs of the manor: often a villein elected by his fellows 3. Canadian government (in certain provinces) a president of a local council, esp in a rural area 4. (formerly) a minor local official in any of several parts of England and the US reeve2 the female of the ruff (the bird) reeve [rēv] (naval architecture) To pass a rope through a hole or opening in a block, ringbolt, or similar device. To fasten something by passing a rope or line through or around it. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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