flunkeys

Flunkey is a term used to describe a person who performs menial tasks or acts as an obsequious follower. Historically, it referred to a servant in livery, often responsible for running errands or attending to personal needs. The word can carry a derogatory connotation, implying a lack of independence or subservience. In contemporary usage, "flunkey" is often used metaphorically to describe someone perceived as excessively eager to please or blindly following authority figures, regardless of their own judgment or principles. It can also be applied to those who perform tasks that are considered demeaning or unimportant, often for the benefit of others. The term's negative implication stems from its association with servitude and a perceived lack of dignity.