pursuivant

Meaning

  1. A functionary of lower rank than a herald, but discharging similar duties; an attendant of the heralds, e.g. in the College of Arms.
  2. 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) A warrant officer.
  5. (archaic) A follower.

Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈpɜː.sɪ.vənt/
Etymology

In summary

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

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