retinue

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Noun retinue has 1 sense

cortege, retinue, suite, entourage - the group following and attending to some important person
--₁ is a kind of gathering, assemblage
--₁ has parts: guard, bodyguard
--₁ has particulars: court, royal court

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Retinue

Definition:

(Noun)
1. A group of attendants or followers accompanying an important person.
2. A group of people providing assistance, support, or protection to someone.
3. The personnel who accompany a ruler, royal or high-ranking individual, typically consisting of servants, bodyguards, and courtiers.

Examples:

1. The king's retinue marched alongside him during the procession.
2. Wealthy businessmen often have a large retinue of assistants and advisors.
3. The retinue of the queen included several ladies-in-waiting, a personal chef, and a bodyguard.

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