be one of the boys

be one of the boys

To be an accepted member of a particular social group, especially one made up primarily or entirely of males (usually men, not boys). Primarily heard in US. John's a nice guy and all, but he's just not one of the boys. As a woman working in this industry, you have to be one of the boys while still being seen distinctly as a lady.See also: boy, of, one

be one of the ˈlads/ˈboys/ˈgirls

(informal) be a member of a group of friends of the same sex and a similar age, who meet regularly to enjoy themselves: His wife doesn’t understand that he likes being one of the lads from time to time.She’s never really been one of the girls. She much prefers the company of men.See also: boy, girl, lad, of, one