1. plural of strongman: men who perform feats of physical strength, especially as entertainers
2. plural of strongman: authoritarian political leaders who rule with absolute power
Usage: political

Examples

• The circus featured several strongmen who could lift enormous weights.
• Ancient strongmen entertained crowds by bending iron bars.
• The competition attracted strongmen from around the world.
• History books describe the rise of strongmen in the 20th century.
• Many countries fell under the control of military strongmen.
• The strongmen at the fair amazed children with their incredible strength.
• Democratic institutions help prevent strongmen from seizing power.