bridegroom
Translation
bridegroom, groom
Examples
The bridegroom was waiting at the altar.
The bridegroom was waiting at the altar.
Grammar Patterns
((countable noun)) a man on his wedding day or just before and after the event. The bridegroom was waiting at the altar.
Similar Words
Synonyms: groom, fiancé (before marriage); Antonyms: bride
Etymology
From 'bride' and Old English 'guma' meaning 'man'. It literally means 'bride's man'. 'Groom' was a later alteration.
Memory Tips
This is the 'groom' for the 'bride'. The shorter word 'groom' is much more common in modern English.