dykereeve
/ˌdaɪkəˈriːv/ or /ˌdaɪkəˈrɪv/Definitions
1. noun
A dykereeve is an archaic term for a person who has knowledge of and navigates the complexities of a given social or professional environment.
“The politician’s dykereeve was well-respected for her ability to mediate between different factions in the government.”