Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
man
noun
/mæn/
Definition
An adult human male.
Examples
- The man walked his dog in the park.
- He is a kind man who helps others.
- Many men enjoy watching sports on the weekends.
Meaning
The term ‘man’ typically refers to an adult male person, distinguishing him from a boy, who is a younger male. In a broader context, ‘man’ can also represent humanity as a whole.
Synonyms
- male
- guy
- gentleman
- fellow
- bloke
