henchman
• noun 1 chiefly derogatory a faithful supporter or aide, especially one prepared to engage in underhand practices. 2 historical a squire or page attending a prince or noble. — ORIGIN from Old English hengest male horse + MAN, the original sense being probably a groom .
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