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noun,
plural
yes-men.
a person who, regardless of actual attitude, always expresses agreement with his or her supervisor, superior, etc.; sycophant.
Origin:
1910–15
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a servile, submissive, or acquiescent subordinate, assistant, or associate; sycophant
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