To behave like a toady (to someone).
toadlike
A sycophant who flatters others to gain personal advantage, or an obsequious, servile lackey or minion.
To unnecessarily defend someone, especially in an attempt to gain favour.
An individual or corporation that intends to acquire another company in order to avert a hostile takeover.
Someone who unnecessarily defends someone else.
A man who defends a woman in debate etc. in an attempt to gain her favour.
A mushroom of species Tricholoma album.
A hero, savior, or righteous individual.