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verger

/ˈvɜːrdʒər/ /ˈvɜːrdʒər/

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noun

Vergero, ujier

One who carries a verge, or emblem of office.

Examples :

"The verger led the procession into the church, holding the ceremonial staff high. "

El vergero guio la procesión a la iglesia, sosteniendo en alto el bastón ceremonial.

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noun

Sacristán

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 verger carefully arranged the hymn books in the pews before the Sunday service began. "

El sacristán colocó cuidadosamente los himnarios en los bancos antes de que comenzara el servicio dominical.

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noun

Ujier, guía turístico

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

Examples :

"The verger led the group through the magnificent cathedral, pointing out historical details of the architecture. "

El ujier guio al grupo a través de la magnífica catedral, señalando los detalles históricos de la arquitectura.

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Verger, ujier

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

Examples :

"The verger led the bishop down the aisle of the cathedral. "

El ujier condujo al obispo por el pasillo de la catedral.

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