situation: two guys approach two women for conversation. The Pointman is the guy who initiates conversation. He wanted to make the journey over, the other guy, the Wingman, talks to the other girl to keep her occupied.
Wingman is a term in the Seduction community that a man may take when he goes to a club or bar with an accompanying male. A wingman is expected to support his friend in approaching women. The men often pick a desired woman, who is referred to as the "target."