Definitions

1. noun

A loyal and devoted follower or supporter, often used to describe a person who is blindly obedient or fanatically devoted to a leader or cause.

“The politician’s myrmidons in the press corps helped to spin the controversy in his favor.”

2. noun

In ancient Greece, a young man, especially one who served as a soldier or attendant.

“The young myrmidon was chosen to accompany the king on his diplomatic mission.”