BRIDESMAN

Etymology

Noun

bridesman (plural bridesmen)

A male friend or companion of the bridegroom, having various ceremonial duties at a wedding.

A male bridesmaid; a man who attends a bride during her wedding ceremony, as part of the wedding party.

Coordinate terms

• bridesmaid

Source: Wiktionary


Brides"man, n.; pl. Bridesmen (.

Definition: A male friend who attends upon a bridegroom and bride at their marriage; the "best man." Sir W. Scott.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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