Definition of UNDERLING

underling

Plural: underlings

Noun

  • an assistant subject to the authority or control of another
  • A subordinate, or person of lesser rank or authority.
  • A low, wretched person.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English underling, from Old English underling, equivalent to under + -ling.

Synonyms

foot soldier, subordinate, subsidiary

Antonyms

overling

Scrabble Score: 11

underling: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
underling: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
underling: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 16

underling: valid Words With Friends Word