man cave

noun

, Informal.

1. a room or other area in a home that is primarily a male sanctuary, designed and furnished to accommodate the man's recreational activities, hobbies, etc.:

   The basement is my husband's man cave—during football season, you can usually find him down there watching the game with his buddies on the big-screen TV.

Word History and Origins

Origin of man cave¹

First recorded in 1990–95

Example Sentences

It doesn’t look like a man cave or a locker room in that there are no pennants, soccer scarves or sports memorabilia hanging from the wall, just a couple of lonely Tottenham bobbleheads behind the bar.

From Los Angeles Times

Creating a great man cave takes some planning.

From Seattle Times

“Lighting plays an important role in setting the mood of your man cave. Install dimmer switches or smart lighting controls to adjust the brightness according to your preferences. Adjustable pin lights will make your wall décor pop. Wall sconces and decorative ceiling lights add ambience. Theme table and floor lamps can add a touch of humor,” McCormick said.

From Seattle Times

A personal oasis like a man cave or a she shed is ideal for these additional spaces.

From Seattle Times

“Your man cave or she shed is the place to let your imagination and personality take center stage,” Gardner says.

From Seattle Times