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Tithingman [Noun] Webster's Dictionary 1828

1. The chief man of a tithing; a headborrough; one elected to preside over the tithing.

2. A peace officer; an under constable.

3. In New England, a parish officer annually elected to preserve good order in the church during divine service, and to make complaint of any disorderly conduct.

Tithingman [Noun] Webster's Dictionary 1913

1. The chief man of a tithing; a headborough; one elected to preside over the tithing.

2. A peace officer; an under constable.

3. A parish officer elected annually to preserve good order in the church during divine service, to make complaint of any disorderly conduct, and to enforce the observance of the Sabbath.