squire

Definition

A shield-bearer or armor-bearer who attended a knight.

Etymology

From Middle English esquire, from Old French escuier, from Latin scūtārius (“shield-bearer”), from scūtum (“shield”).

Example Sentences

• "A Squire he had, whose name was Ralph[.]"
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• "Third Suitor was Young Country Squire, well born, Perſon indifferent, Cloaths (fondly worn)[.]"