One who carries weapons for another. / An armed fighter.

One who carries weapons for another. / An armed fighter, such as a soldier or knight; one who carries and uses a weapon, as opposed to a member of the support personnel.

plural of flag bearer

A person in charge of another's money; a treasurer.

plural of purse-bearer

Alternative form of cupbearer

plural of ape-bearer

(dated) An individual, usually a buffoon, who strolls or carries a monkey around for exhibition.

(set phrase) One who informs someone else of bad news.

The role or status of bearer.