noun Date: 1810 a civilian (as a prostitute) who follows a military unit to attend or exploit military personnel, a disciple or follower who is not of the main body of members or adherents
CAMP FOLLOWER
Meaning of CAMP FOLLOWER in English
Merriam Webster. Explanatory English dictionary Merriam Webster. Толковый словарь английского языка Мерриам-Уэбстер. 2012