01 the usher to the Chapter of the Garter, so called from the black rod which he carries. He is of the king's chamber, and also usher to the H…
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the usher to the Chapter of the Garter, so called from the black rod which he carries. He is of the king's chamber, and also usher to the House of Lords.[Eng.]“Committed to the custody of the Black Rod.” — Macaulay.