Definition of 'usher'

Noun

1. Irish prelate who deduced from the Bible that Creation occurred in the year 4004 BC (1581-1656)
      Synonyms: Ussher James Ussher James Usher
2. an official stationed at the entrance of a courtroom or legislative chamber
      Synonyms: doorkeeper
3. someone employed to conduct others
      Synonyms: guide

Verb

1. show (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums; "The usher showed us to our seats"
      Synonyms: show

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