1. a group of advisers, associates, or followers accompanying an important person

Examples

• The queen traveled with a large retinue of servants and guards.
• The celebrity’s retinue included bodyguards, assistants, and publicists.
• A small retinue of advisers accompanied the ambassador to the summit.
• The wealthy businessman’s retinue filled three limousines.
• Medieval lords were known for their elaborate retinues.
• The politician’s retinue waited outside while he met with voters.