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henchman
[ hench-muhn ]
noun
, plural hench·men.
- an unscrupulous and ruthless subordinate, especially a criminal:
The leader of the gang went everywhere accompanied by his henchmen.
- an unscrupulous supporter or adherent of a political figure or cause, especially one motivated by the hope of personal gain:
Hitler and his henchmen.
- a trusted attendant, supporter, or follower.
- Obsolete. a squire or page.
henchman
/ ˈhɛntʃmən /
noun
- a faithful attendant or supporter
- archaic.a squire; page
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- henchman·ship noun
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Word History and Origins
Origin of henchman1
C14: hengestman, from Old English hengest stallion + man ; related to Old Norse hestr horse, Old High German hengist gelding
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