first gentleman
Americannoun
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Often First Gentleman the husband of the U.S. president or a current governor or mayor.
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Often First Gentleman the husband of the head of any country.
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the foremost man in any art, profession, or the like.
the first gentleman of film.
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of first gentleman
First recorded in 1920–25; after first lady ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Bring on a new cast of characters—bring on first gentleman Doug!
From Slate • Nov. 5, 2024
Andy Samberg was goofy and playful as Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff, who joked that as first gentleman, he’ll decorate the White House for Christmas with the theme “Hanukkah.”
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 29, 2024
He was then sworn in aside his husband, first gentleman Marlon Reis, before the ceremony was capped by words from a rabbi.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 10, 2023
“I understand that I am the first gentleman to hold this role, and I certainly do not want to be last.”
From New York Times • Jan. 20, 2021
The King had sent the Duke d'Aumont, his first gentleman of the bedchamber, to compliment me.
From William the Third by Traill, H. D. (Henry Duff)
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