T-man
Americannoun
plural
T-mennoun
Etymology
Origin of T-man
First recorded in 1935–40
Example Sentences
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T-man Brass Bancroft and partner look for stolen engraving plates in Mexico.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 4, 2019
The most renowned T-man was Eliot Ness, whose band of “untouchables” undermined Al Capone’s illegal brewing operations.
From Slate • Jan. 17, 2013
"It might be corny," added the regional T-man, Edward Reese, "but it's still fundamental."
From Time Magazine Archive
In T2, 10 years later, the T-man is back, but on the side of the angels.
From Time Magazine Archive
“The T-man lives with his in-laws. I don’t think they get along too well.”
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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