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chamberlain

n. countable
C2 Proficiency US //ˈtʃeɪmbɝɫən// UK //tʃˈeɪmbəlˌɪn// cham·ber·lain Archaic

n. a high-ranking official who manages the household of a king or queen. In the past, this person was responsible for the palace and its staff.

n. an officer who manages the household of a monarch or noble. Historically, the role involved overseeing the domestic affairs of a palace and managing the sovereign's private apartments.


SIMPLE

The chamberlain announced the arrival of the king.

CONTEXTUAL

As the Lord Chamberlain, he was responsible for organizing all royal ceremonies and managing the palace staff.

COMPLEX

The historical records suggest that the chamberlain held significant political influence, as he controlled who was granted private access to the monarch's inner chambers.

Usage

Often used as a formal title, in which case it is capitalized (e.g., the Lord Chamberlain).

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