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the old boy network the old-boy networkA network of privileged men who are members of the same organizations and institutions and who assist each other in professional advancement. When you graduate from Yale, you're not only getting a degree, but a priceless entry into the old-boy network.See also: networkthe old boy network BRITISHThe old boy network is the system of contacts made by men at private schools, universities or clubs, which they use to help each other. The majority obtained their positions through the old boy network. Note: This expression is used to show that you do not think that this sort of system is fair. See also: boy, network, oldthe old boy network mutual assistance, especially preferment in employment, shown among those with a shared social and educational background.See also: boy, network, oldthe ˌold ˈboy network (British English, informal) the practice of men who went to the same school using their influence to help each other at work or sociallySee also: boy, network, old |