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The definition of a follower is someone who agrees with the beliefs of others, or listens to the lead or commands of another.

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An example of a follower is a devout Catholic who abides with the teachings of the faith.

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See follower in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

a person or thing that follows; specif.,
1. a person who follows another's beliefs or teachings; disciple
2. a servant or attendant
a gear or part of a machine that is given motion by another part, esp. the last driven part

Origin: ME folwere < OE folgere

See follower in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

One who subscribes to the teachings or methods of another; an adherent: a follower of Gandhi.
A servant; a subordinate.
A fan; an enthusiast.
One that imitates or copies another: A successful marketing campaign will have many followers.
A machine element moved by another machine element.

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