henchman
US /ˈhentʃ.mən/
UK /ˈhentʃ.mən/
1.
esbirro, secuaz, matón
a trusted follower, supporter, or assistant, especially one who performs unpleasant, illegal, or violent tasks for a powerful person
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The crime boss sent his henchman to collect the money.
El jefe del crimen envió a su esbirro a recoger el dinero.
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The dictator relied on his loyal henchmen to enforce his rule.
El dictador confiaba en sus leales esbirros para hacer cumplir su gobierno.