Equerry
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪˈkwɛ.ɹi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Equerry is a noun meaning An officer responsible for the care and supervision of the horses of a person of rank.
Meaning
An officer responsible for the care and supervision of the horses of a person of rank.
More Meanings
- (British) A personal attendant to a head of state, a member of a royal family, or a national representative.
Example Sentences
A bedroom is provided for the equerry and one for the King's physician. […] The compartments for the doctor and equerry are panelled in West African betula and cherry mahogany.
Word Forms
- equerries
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include squire, waiting, horseman, equery, querry, equerryship.
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