Meaning & Definition of word "Beau"
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Beau
/boʊ/
noun:
- 1. A boyfriend or male admirer.
- Example: She arrived at the party with her beau, looking charming together.
- 2. A man who is pleasingly dapper or fashionable.
- Example: Every time he stepped out, he was the beau of the neighborhood.
- 3. A man who is a frequent or romantic companion.
- Example: Her beau often surprises her with flowers on special occasions.
Etymology
French, literally meaning 'handsome' or 'fine'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
my beau:
referring affectionately to one's boyfriend or partner.
beau monde:
the fashionable society; the high class.
Related Words
beaus:
plural form of beau.
beauty:
a quality that pleases the senses, often linked to physical attractiveness.
Slang Meanings of beau
Meaning: A casual term for a boyfriend.
Example Sentence: He's just my beau, nothing serious.
Meaning: An attractive man who is romantically involved.
Example Sentence: Look at that beau over there!