Old-fashioned man

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The Old-Fashioned Gentleman: A Crossword Clue Conundrum

Ah, the crossword puzzle. That delightful mental exercise that can leave you scratching your head one minute, and triumphantly scribbling in the final answer the next. But sometimes, those little clues can be real head-scratchers, leaving you wondering if you’ve accidentally stumbled into a vintage language dictionary instead of your morning crossword.

This week, I found myself staring at a clue that sent me down a rabbit hole of old-fashioned terms and forgotten social norms:

“Old-fashioned man.”

Simple, right? But there’s a subtle nuance to this clue, a layer of implication that makes it more than just a straightforward definition. Is it looking for a descriptive term? A personality trait? Or perhaps a bygone societal role?

Let’s delve into the potential meanings of this clue and explore the various ways it could be answered. Buckle up, crossword enthusiasts, because we’re about to embark on a journey through the language of yesteryear.

Old-fashioned man

Available Answers:

GENT.

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: NY Times Crossword 27 Jul 24, Saturday