Meaning & Definition of word "Bachelor"

Bachelor

/ˈbætʃ.ələr/

noun:

  • 1. A man who is not married.
    • Example: At the party, there were several single bachelors looking to meet new people.
  • 2. A person who holds an undergraduate degree.
    • Example: After four years of hard work, she graduated with a bachelor of arts in psychology.
  • 3. A young knight in the former feudal system.
    • Example: The bachelor served his lord loyally, hoping to earn his own estate one day.

Etymology

From Middle English 'bacheler', from Old French 'bacheler', meaning 'a young man', possibly derived from the Latin 'baccalaureus'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

bachelor party:

A celebration held for a man shortly before he marries, typically attended by his male friends.

confirmed bachelor:

A man who has never married and is not expected to marry.

bachelor's degree:

An undergraduate degree awarded after a course of study that typically lasts four years.

Related Words

spinster:

An unmarried woman, typically one who is older and considered unlikely to marry.

single:

Not married or not involved in a romantic relationship.

fiancé:

A man who is engaged to be married.

Slang Meanings of bachelor

Meaning: Lone wolf

Example Sentence: He's a real lone wolf, happily living his life as a bachelor.

Meaning: Man about town

Example Sentence: He was quite the man about town, enjoying his bachelor days.