What is the meaning of the word "underling"?

Definitions:

  1. An assistant subject to the authority or control of another. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • The executive relied heavily on his undelings to manage the day-to-day operations of the company. copy to clipboard
  2. Someone who works under the authority or command of another person, especially in a position of lower rank or status. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • The manager delegated all the minor tasks to his undelings. copy to clipboard
  3. Term that suggests that the person is less important or lacks influence, sometimes implying a degree of servitude or insignificance in relation to their superiors. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • He treated his assistants like mere undelings, never acknowledging their contributions. copy to clipboard

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