What does courtier mean?
noun
A person who attends to the personal or business needs of a king, queen, or other high-ranking person; a person who is skilled in the art of flattering or manipulating others, often in a way that is considered insincere or untrustworthy.
Example
"The courtier had to navigate the complex web of alliances and rivalries within the royal court to gain favor with the monarch."
Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.