Disciple1. (n.) 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.
2. (v. t.) To teach; to train.
3. (v. t.) To punish; to discipline.
4. (v. t.) To make disciples of; to convert to doctrines or principles.
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