Definitions

1. noun

A person who is obedient and submissive, often to an extent considered servile or fawning.

“The politician’s lackey was quick to defend their actions in the media.”

2. noun

A person who serves or attends to someone in a position of authority or power, often in a menial or subordinate capacity.

“The king’s lackey was tasked with delivering his royal decrees.”

3. verb

To act or behave in a subservient or fawning manner towards someone.

“He lacks confidence and tends to lackey his boss’s opinions.”