wingman
/ˈwɪŋmæn/
noun
- A pilot who flies in a supporting position next to the lead aircraft in a military formation.
- As a wingman, his job was to protect the lead plane from enemy attacks.
- The wingman stayed close to the leader during the mission.
- The squadron trained every day to improve coordination between the leader and the wingman.
- A friend who helps or supports another person, especially in social situations like meeting people or dating.
- She asked her sister to be her wingman at the networking event.
- A good wingman knows when to step in and when to give you space.
- He brought his best friend along as a wingman to help him talk to new people at the party.
- A player in sports who supports a teammate, especially by creating scoring opportunities or providing backup.
- In hockey, the wingman skated hard to support the center on the breakaway.
- The point guard acted as a wingman for the star shooter, passing the ball at the right moment.
- The coach praised the wingman for his unselfish play.
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