Definition of rancelman in English:
rancelman
noun
(also ranselman)
historical Scottish A local officer formerly appointed in Orkney and Shetland to investigate thefts and minor offences, and otherwise maintain good order in the district.
Pronunciation
rancelman
/ˈrɑːns(ə)lmən/ /ˈrans(ə)lmən/Origin
Early 17th century. Origin uncertain. Probably from an unattested Norn compound.
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