noun
- A minor official in a college or university who maintains order and performs ceremonial duties.
Usage: chiefly British; also spelled 'beadle' in modern usage
Examples
- The bedel rang the bell to announce the start of the academic ceremony.
- At Oxford, the bedel is responsible for maintaining discipline in the college halls.
- The bedel wore traditional robes as part of his ceremonial duties.
- Students were summoned by the bedel to attend the formal dinner.
- The bedel's role has evolved over centuries but remains important in university traditions.