Definition of lictor
: an ancient Roman officer who bore the fasces as the insignia of his office and whose duties included accompanying the chief magistrates in public appearances
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Bundles of sticks around ax blades were borne by officials called lictors who worked for chief magistrates.
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Origin and Etymology of lictor
Middle English littour, from Latin lictor
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First Known Use: 14th century
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