chamberlain
- 01 C2 Proficiency
a high-ranking official who manages the household of a king, queen, or noble person.
a senior officer in a royal or noble household, historically responsible for managing domestic affairs and finances.
Simple“The Lord Chamberlain was responsible for organizing the king's daily schedule.”
In context“Historically, the Chamberlain held significant influence at court, overseeing the monarch's private apartments and managing the royal purse.”
UsageOften used as a formal title, such as 'Lord Chamberlain'.
Teacher's tipThis term is mostly encountered in historical contexts, literature, or when discussing the British Royal Household.
Synonyms
“Palace sources have suggested it was better to make the Lord Chamberlain's letter public, in a spirit of transparency, rather than risk it emerging in leaks.”