Definitions

1. noun

a former official announcement of the approach of the monarch or other high dignitary, often made by a herald or crier, typically from the town crier or bellman.

“The herald stood before the crowd and shouted ‘Oyez, oyez, oyez, His Majesty approaches!’”

2. verb

to make such an official announcement.

“The mayor will oyez the royal family’s arrival at the ceremony.”

3. interjection

used to announce the approach of a high dignitary, typically in a formal or ceremonial context.

“Oyez! The king has arrived at the palace!”