Pursuivant

[pә:sivәnt]

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.

Typist: Tim

Definition

n. an attendant or follower: a state messenger: an attendant on the heralds: one of four inferior officers in the English College of Arms.

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