henchman Meaning & Definition
What Does Henchman Mean?
Henchman is used as a noun meaning A loyal and trusted follower or subordinate. It is also used to mean A person who supports a political figure chiefly out of selfish interests.
Henchman in Brief
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈhɛnt͡ʃ.mən/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Synonyms | collaborator, partner in crime and confederate |
| Plural | henchmen |
Henchman Definition (Noun)
- A loyal and trusted follower or subordinate.
- A person who supports a political figure chiefly out of selfish interests.
- An assistant member of a criminal gang.
- A page to a prince or other person of high rank.
Synonyms of Henchman
Henchman synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
henchman (plural henchmen)
Words That Rhyme With Henchman
Origin of Henchman
Inherited from Middle English henxman (“page, attendant”), from Old English *henġestmann, *hengstmann (“groom”, literally “horseman”), from henġest (“stallion, horse, steed, gelding”) + mann (“man”). Akin to archaic German Hengstmann (“groom”) and Icelandic hestamaður (“horseman, groom”).
How to Pronounce Henchman
The standard pronunciation of henchman is /ˈhɛnt͡ʃ.mən/, spoken in 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (hɛnt͡ʃ).
Frequently Asked Questions About Henchman
What part of speech is henchman?
Henchman is a noun.
What is another word for henchman?
Close synonyms of henchman are collaborator, partner in crime and confederate. See the full list of henchman synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of henchman?
The plural of henchman is henchmen.