Meaning

• A follower

• A functionary of lower rank than a herald, but discharging similar duties; called also pursuivant at arms; an attendant of the heralds, e.g. in the College of Arms.

• A Grand Lodge Officer who guards the inner door during a meeting of the Grand Lodge

• A royal messenger, one with the authority to execute warrants.

• (law enforcement, by extension) A warrant officer.