entourage

Definition

The expensive shadows that follow important people around—a carefully curated collection of yes-men, assistants, and hangers-on whose primary job is to ensure nobody bothers the VIP. Status symbol in human form.

Example: The celebrity's entourage occupied an entire floor of the hotel.

Example Usage

The celebrity's entourage occupied an entire floor of the hotel.

Source: General business and entertainment terminology

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