the.com/wingwoman
A trusted ally who flies cover while you risk getting shot down.
means A female friend who helps you flirt with, approach, or impress a romantic interest.
from Borrowed from fighter-pilot lingo, where the wingman guards your flank in formation; romance simply repurposed the aerial loyalty for the bar.
Military rootsWingman protected the lead jet's blind spot.
Gender flipFemale version arose as dating became less one-sided.
Core skillDistracting the friend so you can advance.