family man
Americannoun
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a man who has a spouse and one or more children.
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a man devoted to his family and home.
noun
Etymology
Origin of family man
First recorded in 1780–90
Example Sentences
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“He’s obviously a dedicated family man, but he’s also dedicated to us, so he’s been doing a great job,” Stafford said, adding, “He’s ready to rock and roll.”
From Los Angeles Times
In contrast to the combative captain on the field, Bonds was a private family man away from it.
From BBC
The relatives of Olympic hockey player Imran Sherwani have remembered him as a "devoted family man" following his death aged 63.
From BBC
"I'm a uni graduate, I'm a family man and I'm a professional boxer."
From BBC
Standing outside of the hospital, Kennedy described Sanders as a devoted “fiance and a dedicated family man.”
From Los Angeles Times
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