pursuivant
Plural: pursuivants
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.
- A Grand Lodge Officer who guards the inner door during a meeting of the Grand Lodge.
- A royal messenger, (particularly) one with the authority to execute warrants.
- A warrant officer.
- A follower.
Origin / Etymology
From Middle English pursevant et al., from Old French pursuivant, present participle of pursuivre (“to follow”). Doublet of pursuant.
Synonyms
pursuivant at arms
Scrabble Score: 15
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Words With Friends Score: 20
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