| 1. | a cultured man of the Renaissance who was knowledgeable, educated, or proficient in a wide range of fields. |
| 2. | (sometimes lowercase ) a present-day man who has acquired profound knowledge or proficiency in more than one field. |
| Renaissance man n. A man who has broad intellectual interests and is accomplished in areas of both the arts and the sciences. |
An outstandingly versatile, well-rounded person. The expression alludes to such Renaissance figures as Leonardo da Vinci, who performed brilliantly in many different fields.