wingman
Americannoun
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Air Force. a pilot in a plane that flies just outside and behind the right wing of the leading aircraft in a flight formation, in order to provide protective support.
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Slang.
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a man who helps, protects, or guides a friend or associate.
the CEO’s troubleshooting wingman.
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a man who helps a friend with romantic relationships, especially one who helps the friend attract a woman.
When I walked into the bar, my wingman was already there, talking to two women.
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Sports. winger.
noun
Etymology
Origin of wingman
Example Sentences
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Throughout his travels, David Ellison has been accompanied by a savvy wingman: Makan Delrahim.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
A later flash-forward showed him elderly, symbolically handing his iconic shield to his former wingman - literally, a winged man - Sam Wilson.
From BBC • Jan. 9, 2026
The musician Tyler Okonma, better known as the Tyler the Creator, is great in his feature film acting debut as Willy, Marty’s gambling wingman.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2025
The loyal wingman is a type of AI-powered drone designed to operate in tandem with manned fighter jets and other aircraft, providing reconnaissance and carrying extra weapons.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025
Wow, tell D he’s the best wingman ever, A+
From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
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