man

Definition

• n. an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
• n. the generic use of the word to refer to any human being
• n. a male subordinate
• n. an adult male person who has a manly character (virile and courageous competent)

Word forms

Plural

men

Past participle

manned

Present participle

manning

Past tense

manned

Third person singular

mans

Example sentences

1. n.

   The man in the blue shirt helped me carry my groceries.

2. vt.

   We need to man the station with more volunteers during the event.

3. 計

   The man page provides detailed information about the command.