Beefeater

/ˈbiːfiːtər/
noun

A guard at the Tower of London in the United Kingdom.

We saw a Beefeater on our trip to the Tower of London.
Visual representation of "beefeater" - A guard at the Tower of London in the United Kingdom.

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  • beefeater at the tower
  • meet a beefeater
noun

A type of British gin.

He ordered a Beefeater martini at the bar.
Visual representation of "beefeater" - A type of British gin.

Often appears as...

  • beefeater gin
  • drink beefeater
noun

A guard at the Tower of London in the United Kingdom.

We saw a Beefeater on our trip to the Tower of London.
Visual representation of "beefeater" - A guard at the Tower of London in the United Kingdom.

Often appears as...

  • beefeater at the tower
  • meet a beefeater
noun

A type of British gin.

He ordered a Beefeater martini at the bar.
Visual representation of "beefeater" - A type of British gin.

Often appears as...

  • beefeater gin
  • drink beefeater
Definition 1 of 2
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Historical Role

The term 'Beefeater' has historical significance related to the royal bodyguards.

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The Beefeaters have been guarding the Crown Jewels for centuries.
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Uniform Distinction

Beefeaters are recognized by their distinctive red and gold uniforms.

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During the ceremony, the Beefeater wore his ceremonial attire.
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Cultural Symbol

Beefeaters are an iconic symbol of British tradition and heritage.

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The image of a Beefeater is often used in British souvenirs.
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Historical Role

The term 'Beefeater' has historical significance related to the royal bodyguards.

Illustration for Historical Role
The Beefeaters have been guarding the Crown Jewels for centuries.
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Uniform Distinction

Beefeaters are recognized by their distinctive red and gold uniforms.

Illustration for Uniform Distinction
During the ceremony, the Beefeater wore his ceremonial attire.
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Cultural Symbol

Beefeaters are an iconic symbol of British tradition and heritage.

Illustration for Cultural Symbol
The image of a Beefeater is often used in British souvenirs.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Historical Role

The term 'Beefeater' has historical significance related to the royal bodyguards.

Illustration for Historical Role
The Beefeaters have been guarding the Crown Jewels for centuries.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Uniform Distinction

Beefeaters are recognized by their distinctive red and gold uniforms.

Illustration for Uniform Distinction
During the ceremony, the Beefeater wore his ceremonial attire.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Cultural Symbol

Beefeaters are an iconic symbol of British tradition and heritage.

Illustration for Cultural Symbol
The image of a Beefeater is often used in British souvenirs.
Visual representation of the word "Beefeater"

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