What's the difference between poursuivant and pursuivant?

Poursuivant


Definition:

  • (n.) See Pursuivant.

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Pursuivant


Definition:

  • (n.) A functionary of lower rank than a herald, but discharging similar duties; -- called also pursuivant at arms; an attendant of the heralds. Also used figuratively.
  • (n.) The king's messenger; a state messenger.
  • (v. t.) To pursue.

Example Sentences:

  • (1) The state opening of parliament isn’t the greatest of adverts for a one-nation government: the collars of the men who hold the office of Portcullis Pursuivant, Maltravers Herald Extraordinary and Clarenceux King of Arms are only of the most aristocratic white.

Words possibly related to "poursuivant"

Words possibly related to "pursuivant"