Definition of disciple

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dis·ci·ple    (d-spl) KEY 

NOUN:

1. 1. One who embraces and assists in spreading the teachings of another.
   2. An active adherent, as of a movement or philosophy.
2. often Disciple One of the original followers of Jesus.
3. Disciple A member of the Disciples of Christ.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English, from Old English discipul, and from Old French desciple both from Latin discipulus, pupil, from discere, to learn; see dek- in Indo-European roots

OTHER FORMS:
dis·ciple·ship(Noun)