pursuivant

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

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

“It is the work of that accursed pursuivant, I will be sworn,” said Guy Fawkes.

From Guy Fawkes or The Gunpowder Treason by Ainsworth, William Harrison

“We have him,” roared the pursuivant, in a voice of triumph.

From Guy Fawkes or The Gunpowder Treason by Ainsworth, William Harrison

If a pursuivant bestrode him, he might discover through his means who be recusants a hundred miles around.

From The Catholic World; Volume I, Issues 1-6 A Monthly Eclectic Magazine by Rameur, E.

Meanwhile, the pursuivant had reached the door, which Chetham had taken the precaution to fasten, and was trying to burst it open.

From Guy Fawkes or The Gunpowder Treason by Ainsworth, William Harrison