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Meaning of 'black rod' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Black Rod
- the usher to the Chapter of the Garter, so called from the black rod which he carries. He is of the king's chamber, and also usher to the House of Lords.
- An usher in the legislature of British colonies.

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