Man Cave

Pronunciation: /mæn keɪv/

Definitions of man cave

noun a room or space in a house that is specifically designed for a man to relax and pursue hobbies or interests

Example Sentences

A1 My dad has a man cave where he watches sports and relaxes.

A2 The man cave is filled with posters of his favorite movies and TV shows.

B1 He spent hours decorating his man cave with vintage signs and memorabilia.

B2 The man cave is equipped with a big screen TV, sound system, and comfortable seating.

C1 His man cave also has a mini fridge stocked with drinks and snacks.

C2 The man cave is a sanctuary for him to unwind after a long day at work.

Examples of man cave in a Sentence

formal The man cave is a designated space within the house where the male members can relax and unwind.

informal I'm thinking of turning the basement into a man cave with a big screen TV and a pool table.

slang My man cave is where I go to escape from the world and just chill.

figurative Some men consider their garage as their man cave, where they can tinker with their tools and work on projects.

Grammatical Forms of man cave

• past tense: man caved
• plural: man caves
• comparative: more manly cave
• superlative: most manly cave
• present tense: man cave
• future tense: will man cave
• perfect tense: has man caved
• continuous tense: is man caving
• singular: man cave
• positive degree: man cave
• infinitive: to man cave
• gerund: man caving
• participle: man caved

Origin and Evolution of man cave

First Known Use: 1992 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'man cave' is believed to have originated in the United States in the late 20th century.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe a space in a home where a man could retreat and indulge in his hobbies or interests, the term 'man cave' has evolved to encompass a wider range of meanings, including a space for relaxation, entertainment, and socializing with friends.