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/mæn/
Meaning & Definition
noun
An adult human male.
The man in the blue shirt is my father.
A human being regardless of sex; a person.
Every man has the right to express his opinion.
A member of the species Homo sapiens, distinguished from women and children.
The man walked confidently into the room.
A husband or male partner.
She introduced him as her man to her friends.
A term used to refer to a type of person, often in a colloquial context.
He is a good man with a kind heart.
verb
To conduct or control the operation of.
They manned the station during the event.
To supply with personnel for duty.
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
A casual term used to refer to a friend or buddy.
Hey man, what's up?
An expression of exasperation or surprise.
Man, I can’t believe you did that!
A term used to refer to a male in a relaxed context.
That man knows how to party.