party man

noun

1. a person belonging to a political party, especially one who adheres strictly or blindly to its principles and policies.

party man

noun

1. a loyal member of a political party, esp one who is extremely loyal or devoted

Word History and Origins

Origin of party man¹

First recorded in 1685–95

Example Sentences

Men have critiqued her videos on production and grammar, and one party man decided to write a newspaper column for her, believing she wasn’t up to the task.

From Los Angeles Times

This was the essence of the charge that he was a “party man.”

From Literature

He is a party man who goes where it goes.

From Washington Post

"Biden has been an influential Democrat through all of this. He has been a loyal party man," wrote Pierce.

From Salon

But then again, for all the centrist whining that Bernie "isn't a Democrat," he has become a party man now in all but name.

From Salon