Emily Dickinson Lexicon

AM'MAN, n. [G. amtmann; D. amptman; Dan. amtmand; a compound of ampt, Sax. ambaht or embeht; office, duty, charge, and man. See Embassador.]

In some European nations, a judge who has cognizance of civil causes. In France, a notary or officer who draws deeds and other writings. – Encyc.