minion

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   A loyal servant of another, usually a more powerful being.
2. 2
   A sycophantic follower.
3. 3
   The size of type between nonpareil and brevier, standardized as 7-point.
4. 4
   A loved one; one highly esteemed and favoured.
5. 5
   An ancient form of ordnance with a calibre of about three inches.
6. 6
   Obsolete form of minium.

Adjective

1. 1
   Favoured, beloved; "pet".