Meaning of bandwagon

[Iriss]

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #321 "English Slang Idioms (42)", question 5

"I've been waiting for you to climb on the ......... and come to that show. Now we can all watch it together!" His girlfriend told him in front of her group of friends.

(a) cart
(b) mainliner
(c) bandwagon
(d) bus

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #321 "English Slang Idioms (42)", answer 5

"I've been waiting for you to climb on the bandwagon and come to that show. Now we can all watch it together!" His girlfriend told him in front of her group of friends.

Correct answer: (c) bandwagon

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what do you mean bandwagon?

Iriss

[Mister Micawber]

1. a wagon, usually large and ornately decorated, for carrying a musical band while it is playing, as in a circus parade or to a political rally.
2. a party, cause, movement, etc., that by its mass appeal or strength readily attracts many followers: 'After it became apparent that the incumbent would win, everyone decided to jump on the bandwagon'.

Origin: 1850–55, Americanism; band 1 + wagon
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