a cultured man of the Renaissance who was knowledgeable, educated, or proficient in a wide range of fields.
2.
(sometimes lowercase) a present-day man who has acquired profound knowledge or proficiency in more than one field.
Origin
1905-10
British Dictionary definitions for Renaissance man
Renaissance man
noun
1.
a man of any period who has a broad range of intellectual interests
Renaissance man in Culture
Renaissance man definition
An outstandingly versatile, well-rounded person. The expression alludes to such Renaissance figures as Leonardo da Vinci, who performed brilliantly in many different fields.