bandwagon

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English

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Band on a bandwagon
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Etymology

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From band +‎ wagon, 1855.[1]

Pronunciation

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  • (UK, US) IPA(key): /ˈbændˌwæɡ.ən/
  • Audio (US):(file)

Noun

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bandwagon (plural bandwagons)

  1. A large wagon used to carry a band of musicians in a parade.
  2. (figuratively) A current movement that attracts wide support.

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References

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  1. ^ bandwagon, jump on the”, Wordorigins.org, Dave Wilton, Saturday, April 08, 2006.