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Wingman

//ˈwɪŋmæn// noun, verb

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A pilot partner of another; a pilot who flies in the same wing or squadron.
  2. 2
    a male pilot who positions his aircraft outside and behind (on the wing of) the leader of a flying formation wordnet
  3. 3
    A friend who accompanies one to offer (or receive) support, especially in flirting with love interests. broadly
  4. 4
    A player positioned on the wing.
Verb
  1. 1
    To act as a wingman for (someone); to accompany in order to provide support.

    "So Amir wingmanned me to Boots on my Johnny-bags buying mission."

Etymology

Etymology 1

From wing + -man.

Etymology 2

From wing + -man.

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