Definition of disciple

• 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.
• v. t. - To teach; to train.
• v. t. - To punish; to discipline.
• v. t. - To make disciples of; to convert to doctrines or principles.