man of the house

noun

1. the male head of a household.

Word History and Origins

Origin of man of the house¹

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

He went on to share how as a 13-year-old, he became the “man of the house” after his parents divorced.

From Los Angeles Times

Though the “Resort to Love” and “Man of the House” star was proud of “Play,” she had a feeling that her record label wouldn’t want two “party songs” on the LP, and she was inclined to choose “AM to PM” instead, according to Page Six.

From Los Angeles Times

Following his father's death, his family said Oliwier had taken it upon himself "to be the man of the house," and was "incredibly protective" of his siblings and others.

From BBC

His family added: "Some days it can be painful to think about Oliwier not being here and that we've lost our man of the house. We love you and we will miss you, Oliwier."

From BBC

“You’re the man of the house now.”

From Literature

Related Words

• head of the house
• householder