A man’s man
noun
A man who is admired by other men for doing things traditionally associated with masculinity.
He loves sports, works on cars, and never misses a boxing match on TV - he's certainly a man's man.
Often appears as...
- be a man's man
- considered a man's man
Usage tips
Colloquial
noun
A man who earns respect from other men, usually because he exhibits qualities like honesty and integrity.
John always stands up for what's right. He's a man's man, and everyone in the office respects him for that.
Often appears as...
- respected as a man's man
- known as a man's man
noun
A man who is admired by other men for doing things traditionally associated with masculinity.
He loves sports, works on cars, and never misses a boxing match on TV - he's certainly a man's man.
Often appears as...
- be a man's man
- considered a man's man
Usage tips
Colloquial
noun
A man who earns respect from other men, usually because he exhibits qualities like honesty and integrity.
John always stands up for what's right. He's a man's man, and everyone in the office respects him for that.
Often appears as...
- respected as a man's man
- known as a man's man
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Colloquial Usage
This phrase is casual and might be inappropriate in formal contexts or writing.
At the bar, they called Mike a man's man for his rugged charm.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotionally Stoic
A 'man's man' often implies someone who is not openly emotional, maintaining a strong, silent demeanor.
He's the stoic type, a real man's man, who rarely speaks about his feelings.
Pro Tip 3/3Gender Stereotypes
The phrase can enforce traditional gender roles, so be sensitive to modern views on masculinity.
Though termed a man's man, he challenged stereotypes by also embracing his artistic talents.
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