man of honor en · NOUN
Meanings
- A man who serves in the role of maid of honor at a wedding, assisting the bride in the ceremony.
- A made man, a full member of a criminal syndicate. ▸ A mafioso. A member of the traditional Italian crime syndicates. A member under omerta.
- (broadly) A made man, a full member of a criminal syndicate. ▸ A mobster, a member of organized crime.
- A gentleman, knight, nobleman.
- Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see man, honor.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| men of honor | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| man of honour | alternative | lexicographic |
Coordinates
flowergirl · groomsman · husband · maiden of honor · ringbearer · maid of honor · bridesmaid · bridesman · wife · best man · groom · bride · bridegroom · best woman · matron of honor · groomswoman