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
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
pass the buck
defer
delegate
hand over responsibility
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