Meaning of the word courtier in English

What does courtier mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

courtier

US /ˈkɔːr.t̬i.ɚ/
UK /ˈkɔː.ti.ər/

Noun

a person who attends at a royal court as a companion or adviser to the monarch or other royal personage

Example:
The young courtier sought to gain favor with the king.
She was surrounded by courtiers eager to please her.