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henchman

 

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Noun henchman has 1 sense
  1. confederate, collaborator, henchman, partner in crime - someone who assists in a plot
    --1 is a kind of accessory, accessary

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Henchman

Definition:

A henchman refers to a loyal and obedient follower or assistant of a powerful person, typically involved in carrying out their orders, often for illegal or unethical purposes.

Sense 1 - Noun:

A person employed by a villain or criminal mastermind to carry out various tasks, such as intimidation, surveillance, or even acts of violence.

Example sentence: The evil dictator relied on his henchman to enforce his oppressive regime.

Sense 2 - Noun:

In historical context, a trusted supporter or right-hand man of a high-ranking official or noble, commonly found during feudal systems.

Example sentence: The king's henchman played a crucial role in maintaining order and executing the ruler's commands.

Sense 3 - Noun:

A devoted and unquestioning follower of a certain leader, organization, or ideology.

Example sentence: The cult leader persuaded his henchmen to carry out heinous acts in the name of their twisted beliefs.

Sense 4 - Noun:

Informally, a sidekick or loyal companion who assists the main character, often found in fictional stories, movies, or video games.

Example sentence: The superhero's henchman always provided comic relief during their daring adventures.

Sense 5 - Adjective:

(local usage) Referring to something or someone well-known and respected within a particular community or region.

Example sentence: The town's henchman fisherman always caught the biggest and finest fish from the local river.

Sense 6 - Adjective:

(popular usage) Representing something or someone well-liked and prevalent among the general public.

Example sentence: In the world of fashion, this season's henchman color seems to be vibrant purple.

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