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bootlicker

/ˈbuːtˌlɪk.ə/

/ˈbutˌlɪkɚ/

bootlickernoun

bootlickers

/ˈbuːtˌlɪk.ə/

/ˈbutˌlɪkɚ/

Translations

The manager was known as a bootlicker, always agreeing with the boss.

Менеджер был известен как подхалим, всегда соглашаясь с начальником.

Additional translations

Definitions

A person who behaves in an obsequious or sycophantic manner, often to gain favor or advantage from someone in a position of authority.

The manager was surrounded by bootlickers who agreed with everything he said.

Synonyms

bootlickeradjective

/ˈbuːtˌlɪk.ə/

/ˈbuːtˌlɪk.ɚ/

Used attributively before a noun (e.g., "bootlicker mentality"); does not take comparative/superlative forms.

Definitions

Attributive. Relating to or characteristic of a sycophant; showing servile flattery toward authority.

His bootlicker attitude irritated the rest of the team.