noun Any of various insects of the order Dermaptera that have elongated bodies, large membranous wings folded underneath short leathery forewings and a pair of large pincers protruding from the rear of the abdomen.
noun One who whispers insinuations; a secret counsellor.
noun A flatterer.
verb To fill the mind of with prejudice by insinuations.
verb To attempt to influence by persistent confidential argument or talk.