ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Bootlicker

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /ˈbuːtlɪkə/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Bootlicker is a noun meaning (derogatory) A person who behaves in a servile or obsequious manner; a toady.

Meaning

(derogatory) A person who behaves in a servile or obsequious manner; a toady.

More Meanings

  1. (by extension, derogatory) Anyone who is seen as supporting authoritarianism.

Word Forms

Synonyms for bootlicker

Depending on context, synonyms include ass-licker, sycophant, fawner, truckler, ass-kisser, groveller.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include fawner, ass-kisser, truckler, groveller, bootlick, footlicker.

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