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henchwoman

hench·wom·an [ hénch wmmən ] (plural hench·wom·en [ hénch wìmmin ])


noun 
Definition:
 
1. woman supporter of somebody dubious: a woman who is a supporter or associate of somebody in a dubious cause, e.g. a member of a criminal's entourage, or somebody whose status comes from supporting a politician ( disapproving )

2. loyal woman follower: a woman who is a loyal supporter or follower, especially of somebody who holds a high office or position

[Late 19th century. After henchman]
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