Meaning of the word minion in English

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minion

US /ˈmɪn.jən/
UK /ˈmɪn.jən/

Noun

a servile follower or subordinate of a powerful person

Example:
The dictator's minions carried out his every command without question.
She was surrounded by her loyal minions, eager to please her.