brownnose

UK
/ˈbraʊn.nəʊz/
US
/ˈbraʊn.noʊz/

Translations

brownnosenoun
brownnoses
pl
UK
/ˈbraʊn.nəʊz/
US
/ˈbraʊnˌnoʊz/
He is such a brownnose, always agreeing with the boss.
Он такой подхалим, всегда соглашается с начальником.
brownnoseverb
brownnosed
Past Simple
brownnosed
Past Participle
brownnosing
Gerund
UK
/ˈbraʊn.nəʊz/
US
/ˈbraʊn.noʊz/
He always tries to brownnose the boss to get a promotion.
Он всегда пытается подлизываться к начальнику, чтобы получить повышение.

Definitions

brownnosenoun
A person who seeks favor or advancement by flattering or fawning over someone in authority.
Everyone knew him as the office brownnose, always complimenting the boss to get ahead.
brownnoseverb
To seek favor or approval by excessive flattery or servile behavior.
He tried to brownnose the boss by complimenting her on every decision she made.