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| dis·ci·ple
(dĭ-sī'pəl) Pronunciation Key
n.
[Middle English, from Old English discipul and from Old French desciple, both from Latin discipulus, pupil, from discere, to learn; see dek- in Indo-European roots.] dis·ci'ple·ship' n. |
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The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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American Heritage New Dictionary of Cultural Literacy, Third Edition - Cite This Source - Share This
disciples
disciples
The followers of Jesus, who adhered to his teaching and transmitted it to others. The Twelve Apostles were the disciples closest to Jesus.
Note: In general, a disciple is an active follower of a leader or movement, religious or otherwise.
The American Heritage® New Dictionary of Cultural Literacy, Third Edition
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