family man

noun

1. a man who has a spouse and one or more children.
2. a man devoted to his family and home.

family man

noun

1. a man who is married and has children, esp one who is devoted to his family

Word History and Origins

Origin of family man¹

First recorded in 1780–90

Example Sentences

In this case, that mainly includes the earnest David, a digital ad salesman and devoted family man with controlled obsessive-compulsive disorder and a low threshold for embarrassment, the latter of which Benji repeatedly tests.

From Los Angeles Times

“But what he did quietly as an individual, a human being, an immigrant and a family man — he succeeded to the fullest.”

From Los Angeles Times

Announcing the death in an Instagram post on Wednesday, the actor's daughter said: "My father was someone that people called a hero. He was an actor, writer, coach, mentor, family man and leader."

From BBC

In a statement, they said the “formidable politician” was “admired throughout the world” but was also a “loving” family man whose presence got them through their “darkest moments”.

From BBC

You speak to people instrumental in Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran's career and some common themes come up - a raw, supremely talented footballer, a family man - and somebody who needs to be guided.

From BBC

Related Words

• married man