Archbutler
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The term arch-butler refers to a chief butler, who carried on horseback the first meal to the newly-crowned emperor. The term was also used, for example, for the King of Bohemia, whose business it was to present the first cup at an imperial entertainment; he was obliged not to officiate with his crown on.
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- This article incorporates content from the 1728 Cyclopaedia, a publication in the public domain. [1]
