Definition

A word used to express strong feelings such as surprise or admiration, often used informally in conversation.

Example

Man! That was an amazing performance!

Conversation

Man, did you see that last-minute goal in the game?

Yeah, it was unbelievable!

I can't believe how exciting it was, man!

Totally! That made the whole match worth watching.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

An adult human male, or a person in general regardless of gender.

Example

The man walked his dog in the park.

Conversation

Did you see that man at the park yesterday?

Yeah, he was playing with his dog, right?

Exactly! He seemed like such a nice man.

Definition

To provide or supply with people, especially for a task or duty, such as operating equipment or defending a place.

Example

They need to man the lifeboats before the storm hits.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Are you ready to man the booth at the event this weekend?

Absolutely! I can't wait to help out and meet new people.

Great! I think we’ll need a few more volunteers to man the stations.

Root Explanation

The word 'man' originates from Old English 'mann', meaning a human being or person. It is used to refer to an adult male, but historically it encompassed all human beings regardless of gender.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English 'mann' which means a human being — this helps you remember that 'man' refers to a person.

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