underling
ˈʌndərlɪŋ
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Definition of underling - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

hierarchyperson of lower rank or status
  • The manager gave orders to his underlings.
  • The CEO rarely interacts with his underlings.
  • Underlings were responsible for the minor tasks.
minion subordinate
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Origin of underling

Old English, under (beneath) + -ling (diminutive suffix)

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  1. French:subalterne, ...
  2. German:Untergebener, ...
  3. Italian:subalterno, ...
  4. Spanish:subordinado, ...
  5. Portuguese:subordinado, ...
  6. Chinese:下属, ...
  7. Japanese:部下, ...
  8. Arabic:مَرْؤوس, ...
  9. Hebrew:כָּפוּף, ...
  10. Russian:подчинённый, ...
  11. Ukrainian:підлеглий, ...
  12. Hindi:अधीनस्थ, ...
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