What is the meaning of Apostle?

noun

  • An ardent early supporter of a cause or reform.
    • usage: "an apostle of revolution"
  • Any important early teacher of Christianity or a Christian missionary to a people.
  • New Testament. ( one of the original 12 disciples chosen by Christ to preach his gospel).
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