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单词 Black Rod
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Definition of Black Rod in English:

Black Rod

(also Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod)
noun
  • (in the UK) the chief usher of the Lord Chamberlain's department of the royal household, who is also usher to the House of Lords.

    黑杖侍卫(英国宫务大臣王室侍卫长兼上议院议员入席引导侍卫官)

    Example sentencesExamples
    • ‘We in parliament were all very impressed by the way Black Rod handled the funeral.’
    • A message from Her Excellency the Governor-General desiring the immediate attendance of honourable members in the Legislative Council Chamber was delivered by the Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod.
    • From 1972 until 1996 the Usher of the Black Rod wore a sword on ceremonial occasions.
    • The Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod announced the arrival of Her Majesty's Commissioners.
    • These days, once the Queen has taken to the throne to deliver her speech, she orders Black Rod to summon the MPs.

Origin

Mid 17th century: so named because of the black wand carried as a symbol of office.

Definition of Black Rod in US English:

Black Rod

(also Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod)
nounˌblak ˈrädˌblæk ˈrɑd
  • (in the UK) the chief usher of the Lord Chamberlain's department of the royal household, who is also usher to the House of Lords.

    黑杖侍卫(英国宫务大臣王室侍卫长兼上议院议员入席引导侍卫官)

    Example sentencesExamples
    • From 1972 until 1996 the Usher of the Black Rod wore a sword on ceremonial occasions.
    • ‘We in parliament were all very impressed by the way Black Rod handled the funeral.’
    • These days, once the Queen has taken to the throne to deliver her speech, she orders Black Rod to summon the MPs.
    • A message from Her Excellency the Governor-General desiring the immediate attendance of honourable members in the Legislative Council Chamber was delivered by the Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod.
    • The Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod announced the arrival of Her Majesty's Commissioners.

Origin

Mid 17th century: so named because of the black wand carried as a symbol of office.

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