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noun
A functionary of lower rank than a herald, but discharging similar duties; an attendant of the heralds, e.g. in the College of Arms.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: government, heraldry, hobbies, lifestyle, monarchy, nobility, politics
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Synonyms: pursuivant at arms
Antonyms: none provided
noun
A Grand Lodge Officer who guards the inner door during a meeting of the Grand Lodge.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: Freemasonry, lifestyle
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noun
A royal messenger, (particularly) one with the authority to execute warrants.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
A warrant officer.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: broadly
Topics: government, law-enforcement
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noun
A follower.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: archaic
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History
From Middle English pursevant et al., from Old French pursuivant, present participle of pursuivre (“to follow”). Doublet of pursuant.
