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/man-DIL/

A man completely dominated by his wife or partner — someone who does everything she says without question. In Mexico, 'mandil' is the househusband pushed to an extreme: not just doing chores, but having surrendered all independence. Said with either pity or mild contempt.

Example

"He's totally under his wife's thumb — he can't even watch the game without permission."

"Don't be a mandil and make your own decisions for once."

Regional synonyms:

Robar protagonismo, salir siempre en el centro de la foto o atención. El que come cámara no puede estar de perfil.