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A deputy chamberlain, especially (in the UK) the deputy of the Lord Chamberlain.
‘But due to the arcane ritual behind the state opening of Parliament the temporary detention of the vice chamberlain remains an integral part of the annual event.’
‘The vice chamberlain, an MP, is held hostage during the state opening of parliament to ensure the monarch's safe return.’
‘In the recent government reshuffle he was given the job of vice chamberlain of the royal household.’