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Synonyms

best man

American  

noun

  1. the chief attendant of the bridegroom at a wedding.

best man British  

noun

  1. the (male) attendant of the bridegroom at a wedding

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Etymology

Origin of best man

First recorded in 1775–85

Example Sentences

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Is he the best man to lead a Ryder Cup team?

From BBC

The legal feud marks a dramatic falling-out between Anderson and his longtime mentor Burkle, who was the best man at Anderson’s wedding.

From Los Angeles Times

At age 65, Lou served as the best man at his son’s wedding.

From The Wall Street Journal

Weston also said he is getting married in July - and Stoecker's boyfriend is the best man.

From BBC

"I like to challenge myself against the best. We're going to go to war and the best man will win," Paul said last month.

From Barron's

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