'the apostles' definitions:

Definition of 'the apostles'

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  • Disciple \Dis*ci"ple\, n. [OE. disciple, deciple, OF. disciple, fr. L. discipulus, fr. discere to learn (akin to docere to teach; see Docile) + prob. a root meaning to turn or drive, as in L. pellere to drive (see Pulse).] One who receives instruction from another; a scholar; a learner; especially, a follower who has learned to believe in the truth of the doctrine of his teacher; an adherent in doctrine; as, the disciples of Plato; the disciples of our Savior. [1913 Webster]
  • The disciples, or The twelve disciples, the twelve selected companions of Jesus; -- also called {the apostles}.
  • Disciples of Christ. See Christian, n., 3, and Campbellite.
  • Syn: Learner; scholar; pupil; follower; adherent. [1913 Webster]