brownnoser

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Definition of brownnoser in English Turkish dictionary

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Definition of brownnoser in English English dictionary

Alternative spelling of brown noser. (one who flatters others in an obsequious manner.)

idiom, alternative spelling of brown noser, one who flatters others in an obsequious manner

{i} one who tries to gain favor through flattery and overly attentive behavior; bootlicker (Slang)

Related Terms

brownnose

To flatter someone (especially a superior) in an obsequious manner, and to support their every opinion

brownnose

One who brownnoses; one who sucks up; a bootlicker, ass-kisser, sycophant

You don't have to be such a brownnose, at least not to me.

Synonyms

apple-polisher, ass-kisser, backscratcher, backslapper, bootlicker, brownnose, doter, fawner, flatterer, flunky, kiss-ass, kowtower, lackey, minion, teacher’s pet

Etymology

[ 'brau(n)-"nOz ] (transitive verb.) circa 1939. from the implication that servility is equivalent to kissing the hinder parts of the person from whom advancement is sought.