homme de main

l'homme de main, la femme de main
A noun phrase is a group of words that acts like a noun in a sentence or phrase (e.g., un je ne sais quoi).
noun phrase
a. henchman
Dans la ruelle sombre, un homme de main attendait discrètement les ordres de son patron.In the dark alleyway, a henchman waited discreetly for his boss's orders.
b. henchwoman
A word or phrase that is feminine (e.g., la pomme).
(feminine)
Cette femme de main exécute toujours les missions délicates sans poser de questions.This henchwoman always carries out delicate tasks without asking questions.
a. right-hand man
Le sénateur se tournait vers son fidèle homme de main chaque fois qu'il avait besoin de conseils.The senator turned to his loyal right-hand man whenever he needed advice.
b. right-hand woman
A word or phrase that is feminine (e.g., la pomme).
(feminine)
Les rumeurs disent qu’une femme de main a orchestré l’opération dans l’ombre.Rumor has it that a right-hand woman orchestrated the operation from the shadows.
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