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vergers

/ˈvɜːrdʒərz/ /ˈvɜːrdʒərs/

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noun

Gerichtsdieners, Amtsdiener

One who carries a verge, or emblem of office.

Examples :

"The vergers carried the ceremonial staff, a symbol of their authority in the cathedral. "

Die Gerichtsdieners trugen den zeremoniellen Stab, ein Symbol ihrer Autorität in der Kathedrale.

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noun

Küster, Kirchdiener

A lay person who takes care of the interior of a church and acts as an attendant during services, where he or she carries the verge (or virge). In the United States, the office is generally combined with that of sexton.

Examples :

"The vergers ensured the church was clean and orderly before the wedding service began, carefully placing the hymnals and lighting the candles. "

Die Küster sorgten dafür, dass die Kirche sauber und ordentlich war, bevor der Hochzeitsgottesdienst begann, und platzierten sorgfältig die Gesangbücher und zündeten die Kerzen an.

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noun

Zeremonienmeister, Pförtner, Fremdenführer

An usher; also, in major ecclesiastical landmarks, a tour guide.

Examples :

"The vergers at the cathedral helped visitors find their seats and answered questions about the building's history. "

Die Zeremonienmeister in der Kathedrale halfen den Besuchern, ihre Plätze zu finden, und beantworteten Fragen zur Geschichte des Gebäudes.

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noun

Zeremonienmeister, Amtsdiener

An attendant upon a dignitary, such as a bishop or dean, a justice, etc.

Examples :

"Two vergers in long robes led the bishop down the aisle of the cathedral during the Easter service. "

Zwei Zeremonienmeister in langen Roben führten den Bischof während des Ostergottesdienstes den Gang der Kathedrale entlang.

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