Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun One who carries or guards the purse of another.

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Examples

  • Judas held a position of trust and confidence as the purse-bearer of the apostolic band.

    Bible ��� All the Apostles of the 2008

  • Morgan, [11] the puppy, writ me a long letter, to desire I would recommend him for purse-bearer or secretary to the next Lord

    The Journal to Stella 2003

  • Wherever they went, Mary had to be purse-bearer, Agnes following meekly and shamelessly at her heels.

    Ultima Thule 2003

  • Then there came on a general debate about money matters, in which the purse-bearer did say a few words, but he said nothing as to the great question at issue.

    Can You Forgive Her? 1993

  • Would the purse-bearer of Olympus rise upon his wings and speak his mind, or would he sit in silence upon his cloud?

    Can You Forgive Her? 1993

  • "And who is the second -- the purse-bearer to this great man?"

    Can You Forgive Her? 1993

  • There was a general call for the purse-bearer, but he floated in silence, and was inexplicable.

    Can You Forgive Her? 1993

  • The purse-bearer was not to be bullied into any sudden reading of the riddle.

    Can You Forgive Her? 1993

  • And hence, it may be, Judas had that title of the purse-bearer, as he was called

    From the Talmud and Hebraica 1602-1675 1979

  • God is the safest purse-bearer, and that to expend in his service is the greatest usury, show them that you do believe it.

    The Reformed Pastor 1615-1691 1974

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