Definition of Publican

  • (n.) A farmer of the taxes and public revenues; hence, a collector of toll or tribute. The inferior officers of this class were often oppressive in their exactions, and were regarded with great detestation.
  • (n.) The keeper of an inn or public house; one licensed to retail beer, spirits, or wine.

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