groomsman

American

[groomz-muhn, groomz-] / ˈgrumz mən, ˈgrʊmz- /

noun

plural

groomsmen

a man who attends the bridegroom in a wedding ceremony.

groomsman British

/ ˈɡrʊmz-, ˈɡruːmzmən /

noun

a man who attends the bridegroom at a wedding, usually the best man

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Etymology

Origin of groomsman

First recorded in 1690–1700; groom + 's ¹ + -man

Example Sentences

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Schecter and Scotland-Williamson, who was a groomsman at Mailata's wedding in 2023, remember that he was always singing.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2025

We did have the story where we wondered about whether her love interest was in Sanditon, maybe a groomsman of Colbourne's or something.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2023

Bush’s, Luttig became the protege and eulogist of one chief justice, Warren Burger; a groomsman for another, John Roberts.

From Washington Post • Jan. 31, 2023

They were at each other’s weddings; McIlroy was a groomsman for Garcia.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 4, 2022

He was a groomsman at my wedding and remains a cherished friend and mentor.

From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore

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