English word wingman comes from English -man, English wing
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| -man | English (eng) | In certain cases, someone (implied male) who derives from a particular nationality.. Someone (implied male) who has special characteristics relating to a topic or area.. Someone (implied male) who is an expert in an area.. Someone (implied male) who is employed or holds a position in an area. |
| wing | English (eng) | (intransitive) To fly.. (transitive) To act or speak extemporaneously; to improvise; to wing it.. (transitive) To injure slightly (as with a gunshot), especially in the arm.. (transitive) To throw.. (transitive, of a building) To add a wing (extra part) to. (British) A panel of a car which encloses the wheel area, especially the front wheels.. (British) A unit of command consisting of two or [...] |
| wingman | English (eng) | (by extension) a friend who accompanies one to offer (or receive) support, especially in picking up girls. A pilot partner of another, a pilot who flies in the same wing or squadron. |