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bailey

Syllabification: (bai·ley)
Pronunciation: /ˈbālē/

Definition of bailey

noun (plural baileys)

  • the outer wall of a castle.
  • a court enclosed by this.

Origin:

Middle English: probably from Old French baile 'palisade, enclosure' (see bail2)

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