VERGER


Meaning of VERGER in English

ˈvərjər, ˈvə̄jə(r, ˈvəijə(r noun

( -s )

Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French verge + Middle English -er — more at verge

1. Britain : an attendant that carries a verge before a bishop, dean, or other official

2. : a church official who serves as a sacristan, as an attendant who keeps order during services, or as an usher

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