subs. (Winchester College: obsolete).—See quots.
1866. Wykehamist, No. 1, Oct. We know of nothing more which calls for notice, except the revival by Dr. Moberley of the OSTIARIUS—an office which had been discontinued for many years, but was revived by the Head-master on account of the great increase in the number of the school.
1866. MANSFIELD, School-Life at Winchester College, 223. OSTIARIUS—An office held by the Præfects in succession. The duties were, to keep order in school, collect the Vulguses, and prevent the boys from shirking out. It is also the official title for the Second Master.
1878. H. C. ADAMS, Wykehamica, xxiii. 429. OSTIARIUS, the Præfect in charge of school.
