Strapabíró

Strapabíró is a Hungarian term that translates to "judge of the strap" or "whip judge" in English. The term refers to a historical figure who was responsible for administering corporal punishment in the Hungarian royal courts during the Middle Ages. The strapabíró was appointed by the king and held a position of authority within the court system. Their primary duty was to enforce the king's will and maintain order by using the royal whip as a tool of punishment. The whip was a symbol of the king's power and authority, and the strapabíró was tasked with ensuring that it was used fairly and justly.

The role of the strapabíró was not limited to physical punishment. They also had the authority to impose fines, confiscate property, and even sentence individuals to death in extreme cases. The strapabíró's decisions were final and could not be appealed, making their role crucial in the administration of justice during the medieval period.

The term "strapabíró" is also used metaphorically to describe someone who is harsh or unyielding in their judgments, much like the whip used by the historical figure. This metaphorical use of the term reflects the severity and finality of the strapabíró's decisions in the medieval court system.