madman

See also: mad man

English

Etymology

From mad +‎ -man.

Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˈmædmən/
  • (US) IPA(key): /ˈmædˌmæn/
  • Audio (US):(file)

Noun

madman (plural madmen)

  1. A man who is insane or mentally disturbed.
    Coordinate terms: madwoman, madchild
  2. A person who makes risky and questionable decisions.
  3. A daredevil.

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  • Not a medical term.

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