meneer — meaning in English

English meaning

• gentleman noun A polite, well-mannered, or honorable man.
• mister noun A title of respect used before a man's name, usually written "Mr."
• sir noun A polite or respectful way to address a man, especially one of higher rank, a stranger, or a teacher.

Senses

meneer is used for these senses in English:

• gentleman Any well-bred, well-mannered, or charming man.
• mister Alternative spelling of Mister, especially when used as a form of address without a name.
• sir to a superior military officer.
• sir A respectful term of address to a man of higher rank or position, particularly:
• sir A respectful term of address to an adult male (often older), especially if his name or proper title is unknown.

gentleman — full definition

1. noun A polite, well-mannered, or honorable man.
2. noun (formal or polite) A man, used respectfully regardless of manners.
3. noun Historically, a man of respectable birth or means who did not need to work for a living.

mister — full definition

1. noun A title of respect used before a man's name, usually written "Mr."
2. noun An informal way to address a man whose name is unknown.

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