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wingman

n.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈwɪŋmən// wing·man

n. a friend who helps you by being social or looking out for you in a situation. You use this when you want to feel more confident or have someone to talk to.

n. a companion who provides social support or assistance to another person in a specific context. Often used in informal or colloquial registers to describe a friend who helps with social interactions.


SIMPLE

He is my best wingman when I go to parties.

CONTEXTUAL

I asked my brother to be my wingman for the first date so I wouldn't feel so nervous.

COMPLEX

In many social circles, having a reliable wingman is considered essential for navigating high-stakes networking events where one might otherwise feel isolated.

Origin

From wing + -man.

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