Meaning of beefeater in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈbifˌidər/

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  1. Noun

    beefeater

    Etymology

    early 17th century (originally a derogatory term for a well-fed servant): the current sense dates from the late 17th century

    Definitions

    1. officer in the (ceremonial) bodyguard of the British monarch

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