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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

henchman

/hɛntʃmæn/ noun · British & US
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What does henchman mean?

noun

A man who accompanies and assists a person of higher rank, especially a gang leader or a villain. A person who is loyal and devoted to a particular person or cause.

Example

"The henchman stood guard outside the villain's lair."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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