hoppo

noun2

1. •
   (no longer used, historical) An imperial Chinese customs officer, especially (sometimes capitalized) the chief customs officer for the South China Sea based in Guangzhou during the Qing Dynasty.

   • The Hoppos, who look on Europe Ships as a great branch of their Profits, will give you all the fair Words imaginable. — 1711
2. •
   (no longer used, historical) The imperial Chinese board of revenue, especially its branch in Guangzhou during the Qing Dynasty.

   • On the way two Chinese buildings were pointed out to us as hoppo, of custom-houses, at both which all boats […] are obliged to stop and undergo a strict search or examination by a petty mandarin. — 1808