hench

/hɛntʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who serves as a bodyguard or muscle, especially for a crime lord or gang leader.

“The henchmen were tasked with intimidating the local business owners.”

2. verb

To serve as a bodyguard or muscle for someone, especially in a threatening or violent manner.

“The gang hench him to collect debts from other gang members.”

Synonyms

  • bodyguard
  • muscle
  • thug

Antonyms

  • guardian
  • protector