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outman

[ out-man ]

verb (used with object)

, out·manned, out·man·ning.
  1. to surpass in manpower.


outman

/ ˌaʊtˈmæn /

verb

  1. to surpass in manpower
  2. to surpass in manliness


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Word History and Origins

Origin of outman1

First recorded in 1685–95; out- + man

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Example Sentences

After one deputy grazed Riley’s abdomen with a gunshot that went through Riley’s vest, Riley retreated into the baby’s nursery, where he dressed his wound and realized he was “outmanned,” Judd said.

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