Sometimes spelled as “flugleman,” this word is borrowed from German, where “Flügel” means “wing” and “Mann” means “man.” In its original usage, “fugleman” referred to someone who was part of a military unit and whose position at the front of the line allowed others to follow their example. Today, “fugleman” can be used to refer to a leader of any group, but it’s most commonly used in reference to a political adviser.