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beadle

/ˈbiːdəl/ noun · British & US
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What does beadle mean?

noun

A beadle is a person, usually a man, who acts as an attendant or servant to a clergyman or a church. In some contexts, a beadle is also a title given to a high-ranking official in a church or a local government.

Example

"The beadle of the church was responsible for ringing the bells and keeping order during the service."

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