Bläck'-rōd, n.
n. [black and rod.] The usher belonging to the order of the Garter; so called from the black rod which he carries. He is of the king’s chamber, and usher of parliament. [Eng.] Cowell.
n. [black and rod.] The usher belonging to the order of the Garter; so called from the black rod which he carries. He is of the king’s chamber, and usher of parliament. [Eng.] Cowell.