bandwagon

noun
UK /ˈbændˌwæɡ.ən/
US /ˈbændˌwæɡ.ən/

A bandwagon is a big wagon that carries a band in a parade.

The band played happy music from the bandwagon during the parade.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A popular activity or idea that many people join because others are doing it.

Everyone at school started wearing the same shoes, so I jumped on the bandwagon too.

3. A political group or movement that is gaining many supporters.

The candidate's bandwagon grew quickly after the first debate.

4. To join a trend or cause that is already popular.

Many companies climbed on the bandwagon of selling reusable bags.