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BUDGET

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A name given in England to the statement annually presented to parliament by the chancellor of the exchequer, containing the estimates of the national revenue and expenditure. … [Read more...]

BUM-BAILIFF

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A person employed to dun one for a debt; a bailiff employed to arrest a debtor. Probably a vulgar corruption of "bound bailiff," (g. v.) … [Read more...]

BUILDING INSPECTOR

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An official in charge of inspecting buildings for compliance with safety laws and requirements. … [Read more...]

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