A loyal follower who is willing to commit crime or other dishonest acts on behalf of a powerful person. The mob boss relied on a small group of henchmen to intimidate witnesses.
An unscrupulous political supporter or subordinate acting at the bidding of a leader. The senator's henchmen spread false rumors about his opponent during the campaign.
(Archaic) A personal attendant or squire to a nobleman. In medieval courts, a prince would often be accompanied by a henchman who tended to his horse and armor.