serjeant
/ˈsɑrdʒənt/
noun
- A historical rank in the British army, above a corporal and below a lieutenant, often spelled 'sergeant' in modern usage.
- The king promoted him to serjeant after his bravery in battle.
- The serjeant barked orders at the new recruits during training.
- In old military records, the serjeant was responsible for drilling the soldiers.
- A historical officer who served as an attendant or official, especially in a royal or noble household.
- The serjeant of the king's chamber announced the arrival of the ambassador.
- A serjeant carried the royal banner in the procession.
- The castle's serjeant kept watch over the gate at night.