1. sheriff

noun. ['ˈʃɛrəf, ˈʃɛrɪf'] the principal law-enforcement officer in a county.

Rhymes with Deputy Sheriff

• sherriff

Sentences with deputy-sheriff

1. Noun Phrase
Requirements and qualifications to become a deputy sheriff are similar to becoming a police officer.

2. Noun Phrase
Like other law enforcement positions, though, the job of deputy sheriff is also a hazardous one.

3. Noun Phrase
Typically, a deputy sheriff patrols a designated district, often with a partner.

4. Noun Phrase
As of 2011, the salary range for a deputy sheriff was $50,123.87 to $64,150.95.

2. deputy

noun. ['ˈdɛpjəti, ˈdɛpjuːti'] someone authorized to exercise the powers of sheriff in emergencies.

3. deputy

noun. ['ˈdɛpjəti, ˈdɛpjuːti'] an assistant with power to act when his superior is absent.

4. deputy

noun. ['ˈdɛpjəti, ˈdɛpjuːti'] a member of the lower chamber of a legislative assembly (such as in France).

5. deputy

noun. ['ˈdɛpjəti, ˈdɛpjuːti'] a person appointed to represent or act on behalf of others.