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Groom of the Stool

(Britain, monarchy, historical) Originally an official responsible for helping the English monarch use the toilet; later a senior official who was allowed access to the monarch's privy chamber and ser

ˈɡɹuːm əv ðə ˈstuːlCurrent143 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 27, 2026UK

(Britain, monarchy, historical) Originally an official responsible for helping the English monarch use the toilet; later a senior official who was allowed access to the monarch's privy chamber and served as a personal secretary.

Origin: From groom + of + the + (close-)stool. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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  • “I'm surprised Trump could spare Rubio from his Groom of the Stool duties.”

    — Bluesky· May 2026
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