Definitions

best man

NOUN

bridegroom's attendant

Synonyms

WEAK

bridesman groomsman paranymph

Example Sentences

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He had been in the lead when the race entered its final 10 laps, more than half a second ahead of Pato O’Ward—his rival on track, and the best man at his wedding.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

Those great victories were masterminded by Jack Charlton, who Charlie said was the best man manager he ever worked under.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

Marinakis has close family ties to HOC President Isidoros Kouvelos, and was best man at his wedding to former Athens mayor Dora Bakoyannis, the sister of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

From Barron's • Dec. 18, 2025

"Imagine if you're nervous about making a best man or a groom speech in front of 300 of your best friends," said Alex.

From BBC • Nov. 27, 2025

He had put the best man he knew, his own son Jimmy, in charge of his breaking and early training.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand