OUTFANGTHIEF is a
12
letter word starting with
O
and ending with
F
Definitions & Synonyms
noun -
OUTFANGTHIEF is a term from Old English Law, referring to the privilege of a lord in certain manors to judge and execute thieves caught within his jurisdiction.
A privilege of some feudal lords permitting them to execute summary judgment upon thieves (particularly their own tenants) captured outside their estates and to keep any chattels forfeited upon conviction.