Definition of follower
1a : one in the service of another : retainerb : one that follows the opinions or teachings of anotherc : one that imitates another
2 archaic : one that chases
3 : a sheet added to the first sheet of an indenture or other deed
4 : a machine part that receives motion from another part
5 : a spring-loaded plate at the bottom of a firearm's magazine that angles cartridges for proper insertion into the chamber
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Examples of follower in a sentence
The party drew most of its followers from among young people.
The band has a large group of followers.
He had a reputation of being a follower, not a leader.
Before 12th Century
First Known Use of follower
before 12th century
Synonym Discussion of follower
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playDefinition of follower for English Language Learners
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: someone who supports and is guided by another person or by a group, religion, etc.
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: a person who likes and admires (someone or something) very much
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: someone who does what other people say to do
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