English dictionary
bellwether
/'b/E/l,w/E//D//@/r/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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someone who assumes leadership of a movement or activity
Source: WordNet 3.0
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sheep that leads the herd often wearing a bell
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A wether, or sheep, which leads the flock, with a bell on his neck.
Source: webster1913