Polite term for a person who accompanies and assists someone of higher status, such as a noble, official, or VIP. Often used in historical or formal contexts.
The princess always had two attendants with her.
The company president headed to the meeting with his attendant.
socializing; association; fellowship
Derived from the verb 付く (つく, 'to attach') with the honorific prefix お, literally meaning 'one who is attached (to a person of high status)'.