minion
noun/ˈmɪnjən/
/ˈmɪnjən/
(disapproving or humorous)- an unimportant person in an organization who has to obey orders; a servant
- While I was waiting to see him, a minion brought me some tea.
- Whenever the director needed more information, his minions were sent scurrying in all directions to obtain it.
Word Originlate 15th cent.: from French mignon, mignonne.Want to learn more?
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