Entour

/ɑ̃ˈtur/ noun

Definition

The surroundings or immediate environment around someone or something; the people or things that surround.

Etymology

From French 'entour,' from Old French 'en tour' (in a turn or around). It comes from Latin 'tornare' (to turn), describing what circles or goes around something.

Kelly Says

An 'entour' is French for what surrounds you—when you see someone with an 'entourage,' they're surrounded by their own special 'entour' of admirers and staff.

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