friend at court
friend at court
noun
a friend in a position of influence or power who may advance one's interests, especially a helpful person who is close to someone in authority.
Origin:
1645–55
1645–55
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| friend at court | |
| —n | |
| an influential acquaintance who can promote one's interests | |
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