umpirage

[ uhm-pahyuhr-ij, -per-ij ]

noun

1. the office or authority of an umpire.
2. the decision of an umpire; arbitrament.

Word History and Origins

Origin of umpirage¹

First recorded in 1480–90; umpire + -age

Example Sentences

Never, therefore, consider these puppies in politics as requiring any notice from you, and always show, that you are not afraid to leave my character to the umpirage of public opinion.

From Project Gutenberg

Yet it were best to leave an American reference open for audit and umpirage to the stanch E.P.

From Project Gutenberg