man Friday
noun
: an efficient and devoted aide or employee : a right-hand man
Word History
Etymology
Friday, servant in Robinson Crusoe (1719), novel by Daniel Defoe
First Known Use
circa 1809, in the meaning defined above
man Friday
noun
as in right hand
Synonyms & Similar Words
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- right hand
- gal Friday
- girl Friday
- employee
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- underling
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- maid
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- aide
- lieutenant
- helper
- employe
- adjutant
- sidekick
- deputy
- maidservant
- apprentice
- adjunct
- coadjutor
- mate
- handmaid
- helpmeet
- helpmate
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