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Difference between Gentleman Usher and Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod

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Gentleman Usher—(UK) a man who ushers visitors into the presence of a person of rank:

  • It now being dinner time, the Gentleman Usher proceeds to take his Lord’s commands.

Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod—usher to the British House of Lords:

  • They assemble in their own chamber from where they are summoned by the Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod.