bagman

English

noun
Definitions
  • (informal) A person who collects, transports, or distributes illicit money, especially for the purpose of bribery, extortion, or the making of other improper payments.
  • An assistant to a police detective, most commonly in the British police force.
  • (Australian) A bookmaker.
  • (dated) A travelling salesman.
  • (golf) A caddy.
  • (US) An officer assigned to travel with the president and carry the "nuclear football".

Etymology

Suffix from English bag.

Origin

English

bag

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