"apple polisher" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: apple polishers [plural]
Etymology: In reference to the idea of an obsequious child bringing apples to the class teacher. Head templates: {{en-noun}} apple polisher (plural apple polishers)
  1. (idiomatic, informal) A sycophant; a toady. Tags: idiomatic, informal Synonyms: sycophant Related terms: apple-polish
    Sense id: en-apple_polisher-en-noun-vGZcsyRR Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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