torchbearer
nounmasculinearcaico/ɐɾʃuˈtɐjɾu/rare
ar·cho·tei·ro
Definition
A person who carries a torch, especially in a ceremonial procession.
The torchbearers led the Olympic flame into the stadium.
In the ancient ritual, the torchbearer walked ahead of the priest.
Common collocations
ceremonial torchbearer
Etymology
De 'archote' + sufixo '-eiro'.