wingman

noun

wing·​man ˈwiŋ-mən How to pronounce wingman (audio)
-ˌman
1
a
: a pilot who flies behind and outside the leader of a flying formation
b
informal : a male friend or partner who accompanies and supports a man in some activity
While guys find large groups of women intimidating, they think just a few together is the most inviting. If you hang out with a couple of friends, a guy would be able to approach you with a couple of his friends (i.e., wingmen), which would take the pressure off.Cosmopolitan
2
: winger

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Word History

First Known Use

1942, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of wingman was in 1942

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“Wingman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wingman. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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