halberdier
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of halberdier
From the Middle French word hallebardier, dating back to 1540–50. See halberd, -ier 2
Example Sentences
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He certainly looks the part: a snappy dresser with a three-piece suit, a 16th-century hipster cultivated beard and a pocket watch, he bears an uncanny resemblance to a Lucas Cranach painting of a halberdier.
From Salon • May 25, 2015
"I am the king's knight and halberdier, as you see well enough," answered Helmer.
From King Eric and the Outlaws, Vol. 3 or, the Throne, the Church, and the People in the Thirteenth Century. Vol. I. by Ingemann, Bernhard Severin
The unfortunate Puritan was still propped against the pillar, as the halberdier had left him, but his head had fallen to one side, and his arms hung listlessly down.
From The Star-Chamber, Volume 1 An Historical Romance by Ainsworth, William Harrison
A servant and a halberdier in the Prince's service, seeing these traces, rushed after him.
From Holland, v. 1 (of 2) by Zimmern, Helen
After gazing at him for some minutes, in mixed wonderment and fright, the halberdier ventured to draw near him.
From The Star-Chamber, Volume 1 An Historical Romance by Ainsworth, William Harrison
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