King-of-arms
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: King-of-arms is a noun meaning One of the three chief heralds of the College of Arms, designated as Garter (Principal King of Arms), Clarenceux (for England south of the Trent and Wales), and Norroy & Ulster (for England north of the Trent and Northern Ireland).
Meaning
One of the three chief heralds of the College of Arms, designated as Garter (Principal King of Arms), Clarenceux (for England south of the Trent and Wales), and Norroy & Ulster (for England north of the Trent and Northern Ireland).
Example Sentences
In April 1504 the longstanding Garter king-of-arms John Writhe died.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include king-at-arms, gentleman-at-arms, herald, clarence, serjeant-at-arms, banner.
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