Sergeant-at-arms
noun
1.
an executive officer of a legislative or other body, whose duty it is to enforce its commands, preserve order, etc.
sergeant at arms
noun
1.
an officer of a legislative or fraternal body responsible for maintaining internal order
2.
(formerly) an officer who served a monarch or noble, esp as an armed attendant
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