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ap·ple pol·ish·er
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apple polisher, bootlicker, fawner, groveller, groveler, trucklernoun
someone who humbles himself as a sign of respect; who behaves as if he had no self-respect
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apple polisher
An apple polisher is a person who uses flattery, praise, or other acts of ingratiation to gain favor or advantages from someone, usually a superior or person of authority. The term originated from the old practice of students giving apples to their teachers to gain favor.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of apple polisher in Chaldean Numerology is: 5
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of apple polisher in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8
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