honeysucker

/ˈhʌniˌsʌkər/
noun
  1. A small bird that feeds on nectar from flowers, also known as a sunbird or honeyeater.
    • Honeysuckers are important pollinators in tropical forests.
    • We spotted a bright green honeysucker sipping nectar from the hibiscus.
    • The honeysucker flitted from blossom to blossom in the garden.
  2. A person who flatters or ingratiates themselves to gain favor; a sycophant.
    • The manager saw through the honeysucker's empty compliments.
    • Don't be a honeysucker; speak your mind honestly.
    • He was known as a honeysucker, always agreeing with the boss.
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