bromance

[ broh-mans, broh-mans ]

noun

, Informal.

1. a friendship between two men that is close but does not involve sex (usually used facetiously).

Other Words From

• bro·mantic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of bromance¹

First recorded in 2000-05; bro + (ro)mance ¹

Example Sentences

The bromance between Musk and Trump has spawned clever memes about how long the relationship can withstand both men’s desire to be in charge.

From Los Angeles Times

“The Apprentice” shows how the bromance between Trump and Cohn eventually cools and hits the skids.

From Salon

During his bromance with North Korean dictator Kim Jong-il, Trump canceled joint military exercises with South Korea.

From Slate

Likewise, how did you read Bruno’s bromance with George?

From Salon

Former Gov. Nikki Haley, R-S.C., complained on Tuesday about the Trump campaign's "bromance and masculinity stuff," saying that it is "going to make women uncomfortable," which is an understatement considering both Trump's proven and alleged victims both report being traumatized by his sex crimes.

From Salon