bridegroom
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for bridegroom, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A man who is getting married or has just married.
How to use bridegroom
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English brydguma, literally "bride's man". The original second element, guma ("man"), died out of the language and was later reshaped by folk etymology into "groom".
Full origin of bridegroom →Frequently asked questions
What does “bridegroom” mean?
The word “bridegroom” means a man who is getting married or has just married. In plain terms, the man in a wedding — the one getting married.
How do you pronounce “bridegroom”?
“Bridegroom” is pronounced BRYD-groom (/ˈbɹaɪdˌɡɹuːm/ in IPA).
How do you use “bridegroom” in a sentence?
Here is “bridegroom” used in a sentence: “The bridegroom looked nervous as he waited at the altar.”
What part of speech is “bridegroom”?
“Bridegroom” is a noun.
Where does the word “bridegroom” come from?
The word “bridegroom” comes from Old English. From Old English brydguma, literally "bride's man". The original second element, guma ("man"), died out of the language and was later reshaped by folk etymology into "groom".