scotal Meaning, Definition & Usage

Scot"al, Scot"ale noun (Also<
  • Scotal
  • Scotale
)
Etymology
Scot + ale.
Definitions
  1. (O. Eng. Law) The keeping of an alehouse by an officer of a forest, and drawing people to spend their money for liquor, for fear of his displeasure.

Webster 1913