pursuivant

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noun

Plural noun:

pursuivantspoursuivantpursevant

1.
(heraldry) A functionary of lower rank than a herald, but discharging similar duties; an attendant of the heralds, e.g. in the College of Arms.
Đồng nghĩa: pursuivant at arms
2.
(Freemasonry) A Grand Lodge Officer who guards the inner door during a meeting of the Grand Lodge.
3.
A royal messenger, (particularly) one with the authority to execute warrants.
4.
(broadly)(law enforcement, by extension) A warrant officer.
5.
(archaic)A follower.

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pursuivant at arms

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From Middle English pursevant et al., from Old French pursuivant, present participle of pursuivre (to follow). pursuant.