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bellwether

bell·weth·er [ bél wèər ] (plural bell·weth·ers)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. indicator of future developments: an indicator of future developments or trends

2. leader: somebody who leads others

3. sheep leading flock: a sheep that leads the rest of the flock, usually wearing a bell around its neck ( archaic )

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