Flunkies

/ˈflʌŋkiz/ noun

Definition

Plural of flunky; multiple servants, assistants, or obsequious people (alternate spelling of flunkeys).

Etymology

Regular pluralization of the variant spelling 'flunky' using the -s suffix. The 'flunky/flunkey' variation shows how English words can have multiple accepted spellings.

Kelly Says

'Flunky' is the more common modern spelling, while 'flunkey' feels more British or old-fashioned—this kind of spelling evolution happens when words are borrowed from unclear sources and speakers gradually standardize them.

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