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Coterie, n.

Pronunciation: ˈkōdərē

Meaning: A coterie is a small, often exclusive group of people with share interests or tastes, or occupation, or social status, or purpose, especially one that is exclusive of other people.

Usage:

• “The author was surrounded by a coterie of loyal admirers.”
• “A coterie of political insiders helped shape the campaign strategy.”
• “The professor belonged to a coterie of scholars who specialized in medieval history.”