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Bandwagon Definition & Meaning

bandwagon
noun
  1. a popular trend that attracts growing support; "when they saw how things were going everybody jumped on the bandwagon"
  2. a large ornate wagon for carrying a musical band; "the gaudy bandwagon led the circus parade"

"Bandwagon" in song lyrics

See how bandwagon is used in real songs:

  • "Cause every part of pop culture's hopped on the bandwagon"
    Esoteric f/ Mic Stylz — Bringing it Back (Esoteric Remix)
  • "Shootin' and stabbin,' for ridin' Satan's bandwagon"
    The Cross Movement — Father Forgive Them
  • "Jump off the bandwagon"
    Jesse Abraham — Back Off

Usage tips for "bandwagon"

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Frequently asked questions

What does bandwagon mean?
a popular trend that attracts growing support; "when they saw how things were going everybody jumped on the bandwagon" a large ornate wagon for carrying a musical band; "the gaudy bandwagon led the circus parade"
What part of speech is bandwagon?
Bandwagon is a noun.
How many definitions does bandwagon have?
Bandwagon has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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