old boy network (n)

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type n
lex_filenum 14
def an exclusive informal network linking members of a social class or profession or organization in order to provide connections and information and favors (especially in business or politics)
examples professional women have developed an old boy network of their own
Outgoing links
Hypernym network, web
Incoming links
Hyponym network, web

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