bootlicker

UK
/ˈbuːtˌlɪk.ə/
US
/ˈbutˌlɪkɚ/

Translations

bootlickernoun
bootlickers
pl
UK
/ˈbuːtˌlɪk.ə/
US
/ˈbutˌlɪkɚ/
The manager was known as a bootlicker, always agreeing with the boss.
Менеджер был известен как подхалим, всегда соглашаясь с начальником.
bootlickeradjective
UK
/ˈbuːtˌlɪk.ə/
US
/ˈbuːtˌlɪk.ɚ/
Used attributively before a noun (e.g., "bootlicker mentality"); does not take comparative/superlative forms.

Definitions

bootlickernoun
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.
bootlickeradjective
Attributive. Relating to or characteristic of a sycophant; showing servile flattery toward authority.
His bootlicker attitude irritated the rest of the team.