Associations to the word «Stooge»

Wiktionary

STOOGE, noun. One who knowingly allows herself or himself to be used for another's profit; a dupe.
STOOGE, noun. (comedy) A straight man.
STOOGE, noun. A secret informant for police.
STOOGE, verb. To act as a straight man

Dictionary definition

STOOGE, noun. A person of unquestioning obedience.
STOOGE, noun. A victim of ridicule or pranks.
STOOGE, verb. Cruise in slow or routine flights.
STOOGE, verb. Act as the stooge; "His role was to stooge for the popular comedian".
STOOGE, verb. Act as a stooge, in a compliant or subordinate manner; "He stooged for the flamboyant Senator".

Wise words

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