best man

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noun

the chief attendant of the bridegroom at a wedding.

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Origin of best man

First recorded in 1775–85

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And Chandos, who acted as best-man to his old messmate, declared that it was the happiest day of his life.
The Two Shipmates|William H. G. Kingston
Being the best-man at the wedding is one of the honors that has come to Father.
Phyllis|Maria Thompson Daviess
Ann uttered a short, sudden scream of despair, and fell senseless at the feet of the best-man.
Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Vol. XX|Alexander Leighton
I had sent for ane o' my brothers to be best-man, and he was with me waiting when they came.
Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 18|Alexander Leighton

It is unlucky for a bridegroom to have for his "best-man" one who is not his blood relation.
The Mysteries of All Nations|James Grant

British Dictionary definitions for best man

best man

noun

the (male) attendant of the bridegroom at a wedding

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best man

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best man

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