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bellwether (s) (noun), bellwethers (pl)
1. Something that is considered to be a sign of what is likely to happen: The very big dark clouds and wind seem to be the bellwether of a storm coming up soon.
2. A male sheep that leads the flock: The bellwether, or head ram, has a bell around its neck to be heard by the sheepherder in the field.  
3. A person who assumes leadership of a movement or an activity: Mrs. High is now the bellwether of fashion for women this year.
A leader of a foolish or sheeplike crowd.
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