the man

== English == === Alternative forms === the Man, da man === Etymology === Originally from US English. === Pronunciation === === Noun === the man (singular only) The oppressive powers that be, including the government and corporations, as coordinated outside of one's control. Holonym: the System Coordinate terms: Big Brother, Leviathan An oppressive or domineering person of authority, usually male; especially, one's boss. Near-synonym: old man The best man for a job; someone with exceptional skills. ==== Derived terms ==== stick it to the man ==== Translations ==== === Further reading === “man n.”, in Green’s Dictionary of Slang, Jonathon Green, 2016–present === Anagrams === Hemant, Manthe, anthem, hetman, mentha, nameth