This noun denotes a man, specifically emphasizing strength, maturity, or warrior status, distinguishing adult males from women, children, and non-combatants. Common in poetry and elevated discourse, it appears frequently in Job, Psalms, and Proverbs. The term suggests not just biological maleness but social role—the defender, provider, the one who stands in battle. It carries connotations of strength and responsibility, often with military or protective implications.