What is another word for beadle?

Pronunciation: [bˈiːdə͡l] (IPA)

The word "beadle," typically refers to a minor parish official or a ceremonial escort. The most popular synonyms for beadle include "arriere-ban," "apparitor," "bedel," "beadleman," and "beadledom." Other synonyms for the term include "boroughreeve," "claviger," "doorkeeper," "headborough," "pursuivant," and "tipstaff." Some of these synonyms have a more formal or technical usage, and were historically used in specific contexts. The use of these synonyms, however, has become outdated and now "beadle" is the most commonly used term to refer to an official or escort.

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Usage examples for Beadle

Oliver was frightened at the sight of so many gentlemen, which made him tremble; and the beadle gave him another tap behind, which made him cry.
"Dickens As an Educator"
James L. (James Laughlin) Hughes
The beadle was petrified with amazement, and he accounted for Oliver's wickedness by saying: "It's meat."
"Dickens As an Educator"
James L. (James Laughlin) Hughes
They had for some reason been talking in murmurs, and the embittered beadle, losing his self-control, began to say things audibly.
"The Pastor's Wife"
Elizabeth von Arnim

Famous quotes with Beadle

  • How is it, I wonder, that all religious officials, from God the Father to the parish beadle, should be so arbitrary and exacting.
    Samuel Butler (novelist)

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