Meaning & Definition of word "Man"
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Man
/mæn/
noun:
- 1. An adult human male.
- Example: The man in the blue shirt is my father.
- 2. A human being regardless of sex; a person.
- Example: Every man has the right to express his opinion.
- 3. A member of the species Homo sapiens, distinguished from women and children.
- Example: The man walked confidently into the room.
- 4. A husband or male partner.
- Example: She introduced him as her man to her friends.
- 5. A term used to refer to a type of person, often in a colloquial context.
- Example: He is a good man with a kind heart.
verb:
- 1. To conduct or control the operation of.
- Example: They manned the station during the event.
- 2. To supply with personnel for duty.
- Example: The company plans to man the new facility with additional staff.
Etymology
Old English 'mann', from Proto-Germanic '*manwaz'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
man's best friend:
Referring to dogs as loyal companions to humans.
man up:
To act with courage or determination.
man of the hour:
The person everyone is talking about or focusing on.
man down:
A term used to indicate someone has fallen or is injured.
the man:
A term used to refer to a person in authority or influential position.
Related Words
woman:
An adult human female.
person:
A human being.
male:
The sex that produces small, typically motile gametes.
gentleman:
A man of good and courteous conduct.
husband:
A married man.
Slang Meanings of man
Meaning: A casual term used to refer to a friend or buddy.
Example Sentence: Hey man, what's up?
Meaning: An expression of exasperation or surprise.
Example Sentence: Man, I can’t believe you did that!
Meaning: A term used to refer to a male in a relaxed context.
Example Sentence: That man knows how to party.