beefeater
beefeater Lexical Profile
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• noun
British A ceremonial guardian of the Tower of London (officially a Yeoman Warder) or a member of the British monarch's royal bodyguard (a Yeoman of the Guard), traditionally dressed in an ornate Tudor-style uniform.
"During our tour of the Tower of London, a beefeater in full ceremonial dress explained the history of the Crown Jewels."
A person who eats beef, or figuratively a well-fed, stout, and fleshy person.
"The historical tavern was frequented by hearty beefeaters who enjoyed roasted meats and ale."
Word Origin & Etymology
Coined in the early 17th century from 'beef' and 'eater', originally as a colloquial term for a well-fed servant in a noble household. It became associated with the Yeomen Warders of the Tower of London because they were historically granted a generous daily ration of beef from the royal table.