A retinue refers to a group of people who accompany an important person, typically a leader, royalty, or high-ranking official, in order to provide assistance, support, or protection. This group may include advisors, servants, bodyguards, or other individuals whose role is to serve or attend to the needs of the primary person. The term originates from the French word retenue, which means “retention” or “to retain,” referring to those retained or kept close to someone in power. In Indonesian, “retinue” is often translated as pengiring or rombongan.
Some synonyms for “retinue” include:
- Entourage
- Staff
- Following
- Escort
- Court
- Attendants
- Personnel
- Crew
- Team
- Bodyguard
Sentences using “retinue”:
- The king arrived at the palace with his retinue, including several advisors and guards.
- She traveled across the country with her retinue, attending meetings and conferences.
- The president’s retinue included security personnel and key political advisors.
- The queen’s retinue was composed of ladies-in-waiting, assistants, and personal guards.
- His retinue of assistants helped manage his busy schedule during the conference.
- The celebrity was followed by a retinue of publicists and photographers at all times.
- The royal family’s retinue was known for its loyalty and discreet nature.
- The CEO entered the building with a retinue of top executives, discussing important matters.
- As a prominent leader, she was always seen surrounded by a loyal retinue.
- The wealthy businessman’s retinue catered to his every need, ensuring his comfort and security.
Related words:
- Entourage
- Group
- Court
- Servants
- Advisors
- Accomplices
- Bodyguards
- Helpers
- Attendants
- Followers
Phrasal verbs related to “retinue”:
- Follow around
- Stick with
- Stand by
- Wait on
- Look after
- Travel with
- Attend to
- Hang around
- Go with
- Stick around
Idiomatic expressions related to “retinue”:
- In the company of (a phrase that refers to being with a group of people, similar to a retinue)
- At one’s beck and call (having a group of people ready to assist at any moment)
- A man/woman of influence (suggesting a person who has a retinue or group of followers)
- Surrounded by admirers (describing someone who has a group of devoted people around them)
- In the limelight (refers to being accompanied by a retinue due to fame or importance)
- A loyal following (refers to a group of supporters, often part of a retinue)
- All eyes on (suggesting the presence of a retinue drawing attention)
- A trusted circle (referring to the inner group of people in one’s retinue)
- On call (similar to the idea of retinue members being available at any time)
- Living in the shadow (having a retinue of people supporting someone constantly)
