Dictionary entry

Attendant (2)

Webster's Dictionary 1913

At‐tend″ant, n. 1. One who attends or accompanies in any character whatever, as a friend, companion, servant, agent, or suitor. “A train of attendants.” Hallam.

2. One who is present and takes part in the proceedings; as, an attendant at a meeting.

3. That which accompanies; a concomitant.

sense of fame, the attendant of noble spirits.

Pope.

4. (Law) One who owes duty or service to, or depends on, another. Cowell.