подпева́ла — meaning in English
podpevala
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English meaning
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henchman
noun A loyal follower or subordinate who carries out orders, often without question — frequently used of a villain's or gang leader's helpers.
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stooge
noun Someone who lets themselves be used by others, usually to take the blame or do the dirty work.
Senses
подпева́ла is used for these senses in English:
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henchman
A person who supports a political figure chiefly out of selfish interests.
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yeasayer
(pejorative) One who habitually agrees uncritically.
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yes man
(idiomatic) A person who always agrees with their employer or superior.
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yes-man
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stooge — full definition
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noun Someone who lets themselves be used by others, usually to take the blame or do the dirty work.
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noun A comedian's straight man, or a magician's secret assistant planted in the audience.
