chamberlain
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Definition of chamberlain
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1 : an attendant on a sovereign or lord in his bedchamber
2a : a chief officer in the household of a king or nobleman
b : treasurer
3 : an often honorary papal attendant specifically : a priest having a rank of honor below domestic prelate
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Definition of Chamberlain (Entry 2 of 3)
Joseph 1836–1914 and his sons Sir (Joseph) Austen 1863–1937 and (Arthur) Neville 1869–1940 British statesmen
Chamberlain
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Wilton Norman 1936–1999 American basketball player
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1 : a chief officer in the household of a ruler or noble
2 : treasurer city chamberlain
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