Green’s Dictionary of Slang

rouseabout n.

[SE rouseabout, an intinerant farm worker, esp. a shearer]

(N.Z. prison) a prison officer unassigned to any specific wing or duties.

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[NZ]D. Looser Boobslang [U. Canterbury D.Phil. thesis] 156/2: rouseabout n. an officer not assigned to any particular wingor duties.