SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
entourage
noun
A group of companions, assistants, or attendants surrounding a person.
Local English device voice, when available. This is not a recorded dictionary pronunciation.
Accompanying group
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Usage distinction
Return to topCortege can denote a ceremonial procession; entourage is the people attending or accompanying someone.
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See entourage in use
The visiting author arrived with a small entourage of assistants and friends.
The visiting soloist's entourage filled several backstage chairs with assistants, friends, and a coordinator who traveled with her throughout the fictional festival.
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