Family & Home
father
Used when avoiding responsibility in group decisions or discussions.
Literal Meaning
A male parent; a man who has a child or children.
Actual Meaning
I don't want to decide this / defer responsibility
Examples in Context

Child: 'Can I stay out?' Dad: 'Ask your mother.'

Helpful Tips
  • 1May lead to circular asking
  • 2Frustrating for kids
  • 3Parents should coordinate
Phrase Thesaurus
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pass the buck
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delegate
hand over responsibility
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