John Wayne
Definition
John Wayne (1907–1979), born Marion Robert Morrison, was an iconic American actor, filmmaker, and cultural symbol of rugged masculinity, best known for starring in over 140 Western films such as 'Stagecoach' (1939) and 'True Grit' (1969), for which he won an Academy Award.
In slang, 'John Wayne' refers to a bold, swaggering gait or tough-guy persona mimicking the actor's signature walk and demeanor, often used humorously to describe overly macho behavior.
Examples
He burst into the meeting with a John Wayne swagger, tipping an imaginary cowboy hat.
After binge-watching Westerns, my dog started fetching sticks with full John Wayne bravado.
She channeled her inner John Wayne to negotiate the deal, drawling 'Yee-haw' at the end.
In the gym, his deadlifts were pure John Wayne—big, unapologetic, and echoing across the room.
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