Definition of bandwagon
1 : a usually ornate and high wagon for a band of musicians especially in a circus parade
2 : a popular party, faction, or cause that attracts growing support —often used in such phrases as jump on the bandwagon
3 : a current or fashionable trend
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Examples of bandwagon in a Sentence
tried to get everyone on the bandwagon about forming a neighborhood crime watch
1849
First Known Use of bandwagon
1849
BANDWAGON Defined for English Language Learners
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: a popular activity, effort, cause, etc., that attracts growing support
BANDWAGON Defined for Kids
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1 : a wagon carrying musicians in a parade
2 : a candidate, side, or movement that attracts growing support Many restaurants are getting on the bandwagon and offering healthier food.
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