Phrase guide
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noun
A customs inspector at a seaport who oversees the landing of goods from merchant vessels in order to secure payment of duties.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: UK, historical
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noun
A person who watches public opinion before declaring their own.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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History
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