Wingman (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun
  1. a pilot in a plane that flies just outside and behind the right wing of the leading aircraft in a flight formation, in order to provide protective support.
  2. Slang.
    • a man who helps, protects, or guides a friend or associate: the CEO’s troubleshooting wingman.
    • a man who helps a friend with romantic relationships, especially one who helps the friend attract a woman: When I walked into the bar, my wingman was already there, talking to two women.
  3. winger (def. 1).
noun plural -men
  1. a player in the wing position in Australian Rules
Wingman (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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