wingmen

/ˈwɪŋmɛn/

Definitions

1. noun

Men who accompany and assist a person, especially a man, in social or romantic situations.

“He had his wingmen with him to help him navigate the party.”

2. noun

In aviation, the horizontal surfaces on either side of the fuselage of an aircraft, which provide lift during flight.

“The plane’s wingmen were damaged in the crash.”

Synonyms

  • buddies
  • sidekicks

Antonyms

  • loner
  • outsider