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

“Everything out here is earned … may the best man win!’ she shouted.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

Is he the best man to lead a Ryder Cup team?

From BBC • Mar. 30, 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

So even was my brother, Boromir: a man of prowess, and for that he was accounted the best man in Gondor.

From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien