Entry 1 sense Webster, 1913 Retinue /rĕt'-ən-o͞oˌ/ · Ret·i·nue · IPA /ˈɹɛ.tɪ.n(j)uː/ 01 n. The body of retainers who follow a prince or other distinguished person; a train of attendants; a suite. 1. The body of retainers who follow a prince or other distinguished person; a train of attendants; a suite. “Others of your insolent retinue.” — Shak. “What followers, what retinue canst thou gain?” — Milton. Phrases & compounds To have at one's retinue — to keep or employ as a retainer; to retain.