Again, some definitions were contributed by more than one person, so I have amalgamated them:

a. (n.) A functionary of lower rank than a chamberlain, but discharging some of his duties. Attendant at the king’s bedchamber; responsible for domestic security, organizing ceremonies (including religious ones), processionals and local travel. Called also sogennant-at-arms; an attendant of the serjeant-at-arms.

b. [Penn. Dutch] ironic

c. Characterized by a gloomy, oppressive atmosphere.

d. having the characteristics of a sponge

e. mosslike

f. of solo quality or effect, yet produced by an ensemble

g. of, relating to, or arising from one's mental or spiritual being, visceral, intuitive

h. so called

i. stagnant [mainly Scottish]

j. unflappable, stoic

Definitions supplied by:
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