Putinophile

English

Etymology

From Putin +‎ -o- +‎ -phile.

Noun

Putinophile (plural Putinophiles)

1. (politics, informal) A fan or supporter of Vladimir Putin (born 1952), Russian politician who has served continuously as president or prime minister since 1999.
   • 2016 August 30, Nick Miller, “Time to add some glamour to Russian espionage, unusual Raketa watch ad hints”, in The Sydney Morning Herald‎^[1]:

     It's not clear if the job ad is a hoax, a publicity stunt, or a genuine appeal to the young Putinophile with an eye for fashion statements and espionage.

Related terms

• Putinophilia