hardman

noun — 2 senses

hardman

noun

Etymology From hard + man.

1

Slang A man who is particularly tough or muscular

He's just a wannabe hardman.
He had the reputation of a wannabe hardman, riding his cousin's coattails.2022, Liam McIlvanney, The Heretic, page 251:

2

Ball games, Games, Hobbies, Lifestyle, Rugby, Sports Australia A rugby player

FORMER Melbourne Storm hardman Michael Crocker will consider retirement if he is denied a work permit by the British government.2009 January 25, Peter Badel, “Crocker: I'll quit if I can't go”, in Herald Sun:

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