Meaning Of The Word Placeman

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What's The Definition Of Placeman?

placeman
If you refer to a male public official as a placeman, you disapprove of the fact that they use their position for their own personal benefit or to provide political support for those who appointed them.

placeman in American English
a person appointed to a government position as a political reward
noun: a person appointed to a position, esp. one in the government, as a reward for political support of an elected official

placeman in British English
noun: a person who holds a public office, esp for private profit and as a reward for political support

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