The phrase "a man of" is a noun phrase used to describe a person's defining qualities or roles. Grammatically, "a" is an indefinite article, "man" is the head noun, and "of" introduces a prepositional phrase specifying a characteristic, like honor or action

The complement—often an abstract noun (e.g., "a man of courage") or a concrete phrase (e.g., "a man of science")—highlights a notable trait or affiliation. This formal, literary construction emphasizes possession or association with the quality. Historically male-focused, it can be gender-neutral today (e.g., "a person of"). It’s common in praise or biographies, less so in casual speech.

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