like a man
English
Etymology
From Middle English lyke a man (“in the manner of a man, in accordance with man”).
Pronunciation
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Prepositional phrase
- (colloquial, simile) Bravely, decisively, and without complaining.
- Don't be a wimp: deal with it like a man!
Related terms
- man up (colloquial)
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