Retinue is a noun that refers to a group of advisers or assistants accompanying in important person.

Coming from an Anglo-French word retinir (ret uh NEAR) our word of the day’s relationship with the English language goes all the way back to the 14th century. Retinue could be thought of as a synonym of entourage. Here’s an example:

The governor’s retinue recommended he stop into the local tavern — but only briefly. After all, a smart advisor knows after a few too many drinks, his client might not looks so gubernatorial.