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see a man (idiomatic, dated) Used in place of a real explanation when excusing oneself for a short period of time, particularly (euphemistic) to use a toilet or (historical) drink alcohol.

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  1. see a man (idiomatic, dated) Used in place of a real explanation when excusing oneself for a short period of time, particularly (euphemistic) to use a toilet or (historical) drink alcohol.