poet laureate (suomeksi)

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A poet officially appointed by a government, often expected to compose poems for state occasions and other government events
(lb, en, obsolete) One who received an honorable degree in grammar, including poetry and rhetoric, at the English universities; -- so called as being presented with a wreath of laurel
(lb, en, British) Formerly, an officer of the king's household, whose business was to compose an ode annually for the king's birthday, and other suitable occasions; now, a poet officially distinguished by such honorary title, the office being a sinecure. It is said this title was first given in the time of w:Edward IV, Edward IV