1. Noun
One who follows; a pursuer; an attendant; a disciple; a dependent associate; a retainer.
2. Noun
A sweetheart; a beau.
3. Noun
The removable flange, or cover, of a piston. See Illust. of Piston.
4. Noun
A gland. See Illust. of Stuffing box.
5. Noun
The part of a machine that receives motion from another part. See Driver.
6. Noun
Among law stationers, a sheet of parchment or paper which is added to the first sheet of an indenture or other deed.
7. Noun
a person who accepts the leadership of another
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