young man

noun

1. a male in early manhood.
2. a boyfriend; sweetheart; fiancé.

young man

noun

1. a boyfriend; sweetheart

Word History and Origins

Origin of young man¹

before 1000; 1850–55 young man fordef 2; Middle English; Old English

Example Sentences

“This is crazy,” the young man recording says.

From Los Angeles Times

She said her son was "such a lovely young man, and we just felt like his memory will live on and it will shine on."

From BBC

He has been repeatedly denied bail, with a judge saying he was a “determined and resolute young man” who would likely continue to commit “acts endangering national security” should he be released.

From BBC

The young man, who requested anonymity, shared with Y Byd ar Bedwar - S4C’s current affairs programme - a series of messages where Edwards referred to him as “babe” and “big boy” and signed off with kisses.

From BBC

As Yulia Navalnaya was whisked away by police, for security, the crowd gathered beside a memorial for those killed in Ukraine - chatting quietly and singing along with a young man playing guitar.

From BBC

Related Words

• beau
• companion
• friend
• partner
• suitor
• sweetheart