Equerry
noun
An officer in a royal or noble household who takes care of the horses or acts as an attendant to a person of rank.
As an equerry, he was responsible for taking care of the king's prized horses.
Often appears as...
- queen's equerry
- royal equerry
Usage tips
Formal
noun
An officer in a royal or noble household who takes care of the horses or acts as an attendant to a person of rank.
As an equerry, he was responsible for taking care of the king's prized horses.
Often appears as...
- queen's equerry
- royal equerry
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Royal Connection
The word 'equerry' is often associated with royal services and ceremonies.
During the procession, the queen's equerry walked beside the carriage.
Pro Tip 2/3Modern Role
'Equerry' now refers more to a personal aide than someone who handles horses.
The prince's equerry assisted him with his daily schedule and engagements.
Pro Tip 3/3Military Background
Equerries often have a military background; it's a prestigious position.
Her equerry, a former army captain, was always by her side during events.
Pro Tip 1/3Royal Connection
The word 'equerry' is often associated with royal services and ceremonies.
During the procession, the queen's equerry walked beside the carriage.
Pro Tip 2/3Modern Role
'Equerry' now refers more to a personal aide than someone who handles horses.
The prince's equerry assisted him with his daily schedule and engagements.
Pro Tip 3/3Military Background
Equerries often have a military background; it's a prestigious position.
Her equerry, a former army captain, was always by her side during events.
Pro Tip 1/3Royal Connection
The word 'equerry' is often associated with royal services and ceremonies.
During the procession, the queen's equerry walked beside the carriage.
Pro Tip 2/3Modern Role
'Equerry' now refers more to a personal aide than someone who handles horses.
The prince's equerry assisted him with his daily schedule and engagements.
Pro Tip 3/3Military Background
Equerries often have a military background; it's a prestigious position.
Her equerry, a former army captain, was always by her side during events.
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