wingman

noun, verb — 4 senses

noun

/ˈwɪŋmæn/

Etymology From wing + -man.

A pilot partner of another; a pilot who flies in the same wing or squadron.

Broadly A friend or associate who accompanies one to offer (or receive) support, especially in flirting with love interests.

A player positioned on the wing.

Australian rules football

verb

Etymology From wing + -man.

To act as a wingman for (someone); to accompany in order to provide support.

So Amir wingmanned me to Boots on my Johnny-bags buying mission.2014, Brian Conaghan, When Mr Dog Bites:
They wingmanned for each other, and if they didn't have any luck, they'd screw each other.2018, Elizabeth L. Brooks, Nights in Sandbridge:

1 more example

That night at the Mem, I wingmanned for Arthur. He was trying to hook up with a girl from the Meeting House, a share near the pond.2019, John Glynn, Out East: Memoir of a Montauk Summer:

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