Meaning of the word underling in English

What does underling mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

underling

US /ˈʌn.dɚ.lɪŋ/
UK /ˈʌn.dəl.ɪŋ/

Noun

a person lower in status or rank than another

Example:
The manager often delegated tedious tasks to his underlings.
He treated his underlings with disdain, often barking orders.