Lackey

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For other uses, see Lackey (disambiguation).

A lackey or lacquey is a term for a uniformed manservant, in its original meaning (attested 1529, according to the OED).

The modern connotation of "servile follower" appeared later, in 1588 (OED).[1]

Etymology

There are several theories about the origins of the word. By one theory, it is derived from Medieval French laquais, "foot soldier, footman, servant", ultimately from Turkish ulak, literally "a messenger".[1] In Gaelic, it is a surname related to the word for stone, leac ---> lackey.

See also

References

  1. ^ a b Online Etymology Dictionary - Lackey
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