clarenceux

/klɑrənsɪks/

Definitions

1. noun

A senior heraldic officer in the British royal household.

“The clarenceux king of arms was responsible for the ceremonial duties during the coronation.”

2. noun

The king of arms of the second heraldic office in England, ranking below the Garter king of arms.

“The clarenceux was the second-most powerful heraldic officer in the royal household.”

Synonyms

  • herald
  • king of arms

Antonyms

  • illegitimate