wingman

About 0.11 uses per million words.

Meaning

1. noun A pilot partner of another; a pilot who flies in the same wing or squadron.
2. noun A friend or associate who accompanies one to offer (or receive) support, especially in flirting with love interests.
3. noun A player positioned on the wing.
4. verb To act as a wingman for (someone); to accompany in order to provide support.

Similar words

copilot navigator crewman shotgun handler sidekick teammate co-worker tenure partner

Often followed by

to and was had in on for is were

Word family

wingmen