beadlehood

English

Etymology

beadle +‎ -hood

Noun

beadlehood (uncountable)

1. beadledom
   • 1837-39, Charles Dickens, Oliver Twist

     He was in the full bloom and pride of beadlehood; his cocked hat and coat were dazzling in the morning sun; he clutched his cane with the vigorous tenacity of health and power.