SWORD-BEARER


Meaning of SWORD-BEARER in English

ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ noun

Etymology: Middle English swordberer, from sword (I) + berer bearer

1. : a British civic official who carries a sword before a municipal officer on ceremonial occasions

2. : one that is armed with a sword

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