wingman
noun/ˈwɪŋmən/
/ˈwɪŋmæn/, /ˈwɪŋmən/
(plural wingmen
/ˈwɪŋmən/
/ˈwɪŋmen/, /ˈwɪŋmən/
)- a pilot of a military aircraft that is positioned behind and to one side of the front aircraft in a group of aircraft flying together
- He always felt more comfortable when flying with Scott as his wingman.
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- (informal) a close friend who helps and supports another person, especially in trying to meet or talk to a romantic partner
- You've got to come out tonight—I need my wingman!
- It was a surprise that the ex-President agreed to be the candidate's wingman on the trip to the city.
- (sport) either of the attacking players who play towards the side of the playing area in sports such as football (soccer) or hockey synonym winger
- He was a skilful wingman, creating dozens of opportunities for his strikers.
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