your servant
The phrase "your servant" is an archaic expression once used to show respect and deference, especially in formal or aristocratic contexts.
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Definition
C2Historical Greeting
(archaic, formal)An old-fashioned way to greet someone, often a lady, to show respect.
Example
- "Your servant, madam," he said with a bow.
C2Letter Closing
(archaic, formal)An old-fashioned way to end a personal letter, indicating respect and humility.
Example
- He signed the letter, "Your servant, John."
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "your servant":
at your servicepublic servantlord and masterat someone's serviceyour good self