noun as in strong fondness

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cortege, courtiers, attendants

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Example:The funeral cortege was comprised of the deceased's family and a retinue of mourners.

Definition:A formal procession, or a crowd of people who form a procession, escort someone or something.

From cortege

Example:The rulers were astounded by the large retinue of courtiers accompanying the visiting foreign dignitary.

Definition:High-ranking officials or noble persons who attend a ruler at court.

From courtiers

Example:The royal retinue included several attendants who would serve the needs of the king during his tour of the countryside.

Definition:People assigned to attend on, or provide for the needs of, a person of importance.

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