ῥαβδοῦχος
rhäb-dü'-khos
masculine noun
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From ῥάβδος (G4464) and ἔχω (G2192)
from G4464 and G2192; a rod- (the Latin fasces) holder, i.e. a Roman lictor (constable or executioner):—serjeant.
Outline
- one who carries the rods i.e. the fasces
- a lictor, a public official who bore the fasces or staff and other insignia of office before a magistrate