widowman
Definition
Noun: A man whose wife has died and who has not married again.
Usage Notes
This is a somewhat dated or less common term. The more standard and widely used term for a man whose wife has died is "widower." "Widowman" is formed by analogy with "widow," but its usage is rare in modern English.
Examples
- The old widowman lived quietly in the cottage by the sea.
- After his wife passed away, he became a widowman dedicated to his community.
Advanced Usage
- The term can sometimes be found in older literary texts or in specific dialects, often carrying the same connotation of solitude and loss as "widower."
Variants and Related Words
- Widower (n): The standard, more common term for a man whose wife has died.
- Widow (n): A woman whose husband has died.
Synonyms
- Widower
Antonyms
- Husband
- Married man
Noun
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a man whose wife is dead especially one who has not remarried
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