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bellwether

noun

/ˈbɛlˌwɛðər/

Meaning

A person or thing that leads or indicates a trend.

The company is seen as a bellwether of the technology industry.

leader, trendsetter, forerunner, indicator

follower, imitator

economic bellwether, bellwether company, bellwether stock

The act of rebuking or criticizing severely.

The quality of having keen mental perception and understanding; clarity of vision or intellect.

a heavily armored fighting vehicle moving on a continuous track

a person who is outgoing, sociable, and energized by being around other people

An insect or other organism with six legs.

The act of attracting and maintaining audience attention and connection.