pursuivant
Example Sentences
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Previous coronations have had historic roles such as the "rouge dragon pursuivant", "unicorn pursuivant" and carriers of the "golden spur" and the "white wand".
From BBC ● Jan. 21, 2023
“He has a strange way of showing his zeal,” rejoined the pursuivant, entering the answer in his note-book.
From Guy Fawkes or The Gunpowder Treason by William Harrison Ainsworth
“My duty allows me no alternative,” rejoined the pursuivant, harshly.
From Guy Fawkes or The Gunpowder Treason by William Harrison Ainsworth
“You must give me surety for yourself, sir,” replied the pursuivant.
From Guy Fawkes or The Gunpowder Treason by William Harrison Ainsworth
The title of Blue Mantle pursuivant, as old as the reign of Edward III., suggests a like usage in England.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 3 "Helmont, Jean" to "Hernosand" by Various
