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Meaning of pursuivant

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

pursuivant

Pronunciation:/ˈpɜː.sɪ.vənt//ˈpɜɹ.sɪ.vənt/

noun

Definitions

  1. A follower

  2. A functionary of lower rank than a herald, but discharging similar duties; called also pursuivant at arms; an attendant of the heralds, e.g. in the College of Arms.

  3. A Grand Lodge Officer who guards the inner door during a meeting of the Grand Lodge

  4. A royal messenger, one with the authority to execute warrants.