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vergers

/ˈvɜːrdʒərz/ /ˈvɜːrdʒərs/

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noun

Huissiers

One who carries a verge, or emblem of office.

Examples :

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

Les huissiers portaient le bâton de cérémonie, un symbole de leur autorité dans la cathédrale.

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noun

Verger, bedeau

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. "

Les bedeaux s'assurèrent que l'église était propre et en ordre avant le début de la cérémonie de mariage, plaçant soigneusement les recueils de cantiques et allumant les bougies.

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Huissier, guide touristique

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. "

Les huissiers de la cathédrale ont aidé les visiteurs à trouver leurs places et ont répondu aux questions sur l'histoire du bâtiment.

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noun

Huissier, bedeau

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. "

Deux huissiers en longues robes ont conduit l'évêque dans l'allée de la cathédrale pendant le service de Pâques.

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