As nouns the difference between peon and underling
is that peon is (label) (chess piece) while underling is a subordinate, or person of lesser rank or authority.
peon
English
Noun
(
en noun)
A lowly person, a peasant or serf, a labourer who is obliged to do menial work
Anagrams
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underling
English
Noun
(
en noun)
A subordinate, or person of lesser rank or authority.
Antonyms
* overling