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bellwether
[bel-weth-er]
noun
a wether or other male sheep that leads the flock, usually bearing a bell.
a person or thing that assumes the leadership or forefront, as of a profession or industry.
Paris is a bellwether of the fashion industry.
Synonyms: , , ,a person or thing that shows the existence or direction of a trend; index.
a person who leads a mob, mutiny, conspiracy, or the like; ringleader.
bellwether
/ ˈɛˌɛðə /
noun
a sheep that leads the herd, often bearing a bell
a leader, esp one followed unquestioningly
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of bellwether1
Example Sentences
In a new book, pediatric infectious disease specialist Dr. Adam Ratner details the history of measles, a virus that’s often a bellwether for public health disasters.
Hermits retreat from society regardless of political bellwethers.
The situation on the border is the biggest bellwether of the relationship.
“I like to call Devils Hole kind of a canary in the coal mine or a bellwether,” Wilson said.
Walmart, which brings in millions of customers each week, is a bellwether of U.S. consumer trends.
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