sidekick

noun

side·​kick ˈsīd-ˌkik How to pronounce sidekick (audio)
: a person closely associated with another as a subordinate or partner

Examples of sidekick in a Sentence

the mayor and his sidekick movie heroes invariably have a trusty sidekick, who often provides comic relief
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Your summer outfits deserve a stylish sidekick, and Kate Spade’s playful yet polished handbags are at the top of our list this season. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 June 2025 Jeanne to punk vegan creepers from Chicago label Straight to Hell and more cruelty-free footwear from Matt & Nat. Cameos by Lala, Cumming’s sidekick rescue dog, extend The Traitors’ kitsch drama to the canine world. Ingrid Schmidt, HollywoodReporter, 21 June 2025 Gil wrote about the Black musician who, with sidekicks Buster Brown and Tee Coggins, was constantly at private clubs and society parties. Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 20 June 2025 Unfortunately, everything else in this misadventure, from annoying love interests to cloying sidekicks, is a minecart going off the rails. Brian Truitt, USA Today, 20 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for sidekick

Word History

First Known Use

1896, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sidekick was in 1896

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“Sidekick.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sidekick. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

sidekick

noun
side·​kick ˈsīd-ˌkik How to pronounce sidekick (audio)
: one who is another's pal, partner, or helper

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