Retinue

usgb/ˈretənuː/
noun

A group of people who accompany an important person.

The queen arrived with her retinue of assistants and bodyguards.
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Often appears as...

  • royal retinue
  • personal retinue
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Status and Power

Retinue often indicates the high status or power of the person they accompany.

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The billionaire was followed by a retinue of advisors and lawyers.
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Historical Usage

Retinue is historically used for royal or noble companions but can apply in modern contexts too.

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In historical dramas, kings are depicted with a large retinue.
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Cultural Perception

In different cultures, a retinue might consist of various roles and indicate cultural practices.

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The tribal leader's retinue included elders and warriors as advisors.
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