lackeys

lack-eys · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Servants, especially liveried footmen or manservants.

  2. 2.

    (Derogatory) People who are obsequiously willing to serve or obey; toadies.

Related words

Antonyms: leaders, masters
See also: lackey, minions, servants
Synonyms: attendants, minions, servants, sycophants

Etymology

From French laquais meaning "footman, servant," plural form.