Definitions

1. noun

A sheep or goat marked with a bell around its neck, used as an indicator of the grazing habits and whereabouts of a flock.

“The bellwether sheep was the first to find the fresh grazing spot.”

2. noun

A person or organization that is considered representative of a particular group or trend.

“The tech industry is often led by the bellwether companies in Silicon Valley.”

3. noun

An indicator or forecast of a future event or situation.

“The rising stock market was seen as a bellwether for the country’s economic growth.”