strongman

/ˌstrɔŋˈmæn/
/ˈstrɒŋmæn/
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Other forms: strongmen

Definitions of strongman
  1. noun
    a powerful political figure who rules by the exercise of force or violence
    “he is determined to bring down the Iraqi strongman”
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    type of:
    dictator, potentate
    a ruler who is unconstrained by law
  2. noun
    a man who performs feats of strength at a fair or circus
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    type of:
    performer, performing artist
    an entertainer who performs a dramatic or musical work for an audience
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