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noun
an exclusive network that links members of a profession, social class, or organization or the alumni of a particular school through which the individuals assist one another in business, politics, etc.
Origin:
1955–60
1955–60
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Old boy network
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World English Dictionary
| old boy network | |
| —n | |
| informal (Brit) the appointment to power of former pupils of the same small group of public schools or universities | |
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Cultural Dictionary
old boy network definition
A set of relationships based on past friendship or acquaintance that sometimes replaces or undermines official organizations: “He didn't deserve that promotion; he got it because of his connections to the old boy network.”
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