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n. One of lesser rank or authority than another; a subordinate.

n. A subordinate, or person of lesser rank or authority.

n. An inferior person or agent; a subordinate; a low-ranking employee.

n. A mean, sorry fellow.

n. One who is subordinate to another, especially in some mean or servile capacity; hence, a mean, sorry fellow.

n. an assistant subject to the authority or control of another

"In one scene, her new underling is caught snickering at the process of choosing a belt for a dress."

overling   

help    assistant    supporter    helper   

second fiddle    bottom dog    second banana    cog    man    associate   

subordinate   

scribblers    minion    valet    pettifogger    serf    coachmen    functionary    retainer    vassal