favourite son


favourite son

A well-known person, especially a politician, who is supported and celebrated by people in his hometown. Ray was the favourite son of his hometown of Manchester.See also: favourite, son

favourite son

a famous man who is particularly popular and praised for his achievements in his native area. In the USA, the term is used specifically of a person supported as a presidential candidate by delegates from the candidate's home state.See also: favourite, son

somebody’s favourite ˈson

a performer, politician, sports player, etc., who is popular where they were born: Everyone in the town was proud and excited to see their favourite son nominated for an Oscar.See also: favourite, son