wingman

noun

1. A pilot partner of another; a pilot who flies in the same wing or squadron.
2. (broadly)A friend who accompanies one to offer (or receive) support, especially in flirting with love interests.
3. A player positioned on the wing.

verb

1. To act as a wingman for (someone); to accompany in order to provide support.

   “So Amir wingmanned me to Boots on my Johnny-bags buying mission.”

   “They wingmanned for each other, and if they didn't have any luck, they'd screw each other.”

   “That night at the Mem, I wingmanned for Arthur. He was trying to hook up with a girl from the Meeting House, a share near the pond.”