Wingman
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈwɪŋmæn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Wingman is a noun meaning A pilot partner of another; a pilot who flies in the same wing or squadron.
Meaning
A pilot partner of another; a pilot who flies in the same wing or squadron.
More Meanings
- (by extension) A friend who accompanies one to offer (or receive) support, especially in flirting with love interests.
- (Australian rules football) A player positioned on the wing.
- To act as a wingman for (someone); to accompany in order to provide support.
Example Sentences
So Amir wingmanned me to Boots on my Johnny-bags buying mission.
They wingmanned for each other, and if they didn't have any luck, they'd screw each other.
That night at the Mem, I wingmanned for Arthur. He was trying to hook up with a girl from the Meeting House, a share near the pond.
Word Forms
- wingmen
- wing-man
- wingmans
- wingmanning
- wingmanned
Synonyms for wingman
Depending on context, synonyms include wingmate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include copilot, navigator, crewman, shotgun, handler, sidekick.
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