matchmaker

[ mach-mey-ker ]

/ ˈmætʃˌmeɪ kər /

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noun

a person who arranges or tries to arrange marriages by introducing possible mates.

a person who arranges matches for athletic contests, especially prizefights and wrestling matches.

any person, organization, etc., that brings two parties together, as to effect a sale or other transaction: an agent serving as a matchmaker between buyers and sellers.

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Origin of matchmaker

First recorded in 1630–40; match² + maker

OTHER WORDS FROM matchmaker

matchmaking, noun, adjective

Words nearby matchmaker

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Other definitions for matchmaker (2 of 2)

matchmaker²

[ mach-mey-ker ]

/ ˈmætʃˌmeɪ kər /

noun

a person who makes matches for burning.

Origin of matchmaker

First recorded in 1635–45; match¹ + maker

OTHER WORDS FROM matchmaker

matchmaking, noun, adjective

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How to use matchmaker in a sentence

Kathleen Marchsteiner, who has been a volunteer adoption coordinator for City Dogs Rescue & City Kitties in Washingtonfor two years, is one of many such matchmakers.
For some dogs (and humans), the pandemic adoption rush was mostly a waiting game|Hau Chu|June 25, 2021|Washington Post
As he recovered, he decided to take dating more seriously, even hiring a matchmaker.
America's Single, Fully-Vaccinated Seniors Are Looking for Love Again|Tara Law|April 30, 2021|Time
Martin Luther had just helped 12 nuns escape their Catholic cloister, even playing matchmaker by setting them up with eligible bachelors.
Scandalous Love Affairs That Changed History|Nick Fouriezos|April 14, 2021|Ozy
We’ll be welcoming the other investors, playing matchmaker and introducing them to each other as well as the sponsors.
Couple’s love of soccer leads to Washington Spirit investment|Kevin Majoros|April 1, 2021|Washington Blade

She refers to it as getting to play a mathematical matchmaker in her own version of The Bachelor.
When COVID-19 comes for your science fair|Bethany Brookshire|March 16, 2021|Science News For Students
And for K. Aleisha Fetters, seeing shows like Millionaire Matchmaker initially made her hesitant.
Professional Matchmakers Build Business on Facebook|Nina Strochlic|August 5, 2013|DAILY BEAST
The minister of Justice is supposed to be the watchdog of the law, not a matchmaker for the yakuza.
Japan’s Justice Minister to Resign Over Yakuza Ties|Jake Adelstein|October 19, 2012|DAILY BEAST
Every matchmaker contacted admitted to female, and male, clients bringing up the sexually explicit S&M-themed novel.
More Rich, High-Powered Women Are Turning to Matchmakers to Find Love|Paula Froelich|August 15, 2012|DAILY BEAST
It was as if he was echoing the advice given to many-a-young-bride by the village matchmaker.
Why Men Are Settling for Mrs. Good Enough|Jessica Bennett|February 21, 2012|DAILY BEAST
Small things, such as Taylor Swift or watching Millionaire Matchmaker, or Amy Grant.
TV's Most Talented Teens|Jace Lacob|October 31, 2011|DAILY BEAST
The humiliated matchmaker sent Josiah up to the grocery store on an errand, and then dragged his friend inside and shut the door.
Cap'n Eri|Joseph Crosby Lincoln
"It is a very good project, but I am no matchmaker," said the old lady.
The American|Henry James
At the end of three months, during which Margery's dbut had come and gone, the wistful matchmaker was frankly in despair.
The Transgression of Andrew Vane|Guy Wetmore Carryl
The old pastor's red face glowed redder, yet with pleasurable anticipation; he was a born matchmaker.
The Love of Ulrich Nebendahl|Jerome K. Jerome
Apparently a sort of master of the ceremonies at Finnish weddings, corresponding to the Russian svat, or matchmaker.
Kalevala, Volume I (of 2)|Anonymous

British Dictionary definitions for matchmaker (1 of 2)

matchmaker¹

/ (ˈmætʃˌmeɪkə) /

noun

a person who brings together suitable partners for marriage

a person who arranges competitive matches

Derived forms of matchmaker

matchmaking, noun, adjective

British Dictionary definitions for matchmaker (2 of 2)

matchmaker²

/ (ˈmætʃˌmeɪkə) /

noun

a person who makes matches (for igniting)

Derived forms of matchmaker

matchmaking, noun, adjective

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British Dictionary definitions for matchmaker (1 of 2)

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