silentiary
nounEtymology Probably borrowed from Late Latin silentiarius.
1
A person who keeps silent, especially from religious motives.
2
Historical An official at any of several courts who maintained silence.
noun — 2 senses
Etymology Probably borrowed from Late Latin silentiarius.
A person who keeps silent, especially from religious motives.
Historical An official at any of several courts who maintained silence.
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