wingman

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A pilot partner of another; a pilot who flies in the same wing or squadron.
  2. A friend who accompanies one to offer (or receive) support, especially in flirting with love interests.
  3. A player positioned on the wing.
verb
  1. To act as a wingman for (someone); to accompany in order to provide support.

Pronunciation

/ˈwɪŋmæn/ wĭngʹmăn

Word forms

wingman wingmen wing-man wingmans wingmanning wingmanned

Etymology

From wing + -man.

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