compinche — meaning in English
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English meaning
- buddy noun A friend or casual companion.
- chum noun Informal: a close friend.
- crony noun A close friend.
- homeboy noun A close male friend, especially one from the same neighbourhood or hometown.
- homie noun A close friend, especially one from the same neighborhood.
- shill noun Someone paid to promote or endorse something while pretending to be an impartial customer.
- sidekick noun A close companion or assistant, especially to a more prominent or important person.
- wingman noun A pilot who flies alongside and supports the lead aircraft in a formation.
Senses
compinche is used for these senses in English:
- buddy (Maritime English) A person far removed from the conversation.
- chum (dated) A friend; a pal.
- homeboy (AAVE, slang) he or him
- shill An accomplice at a confidence trick during an auction or gambling game, such as an accomplice of the seller who bids to drive up the price.
- wingman (by extension) A friend who accompanies one to offer (or receive) support, especially in flirting with love interests.
buddy — full definition
- noun A friend or casual companion.
- noun A partner assigned to work with or look out for someone on a particular task, such as in the "buddy system."
- verb To pair someone up with a partner or companion.
chum — full definition
- noun Informal: a close friend.
- noun Chopped fish parts and blood scattered in the water to attract fish, such as sharks.
- verb To spend time together as friends; to socialize closely.