Black Rod Definition
noun
The chief usher of the British House of Lords.
American Heritage
In England, the chief usher to the Order of the Garter and the House of Lords.
Webster's New World
A similar official in other Commonwealth parliaments.
Webster's New World
Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod.
Wiktionary
An usher in the legislature of British colonies.
Wiktionary
Origin of Black Rod
After the rod carried as symbol of the office
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
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