Sire

/saɪər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A title of respect used to address a king or nobleman.

The villagers bowed before their sire, showing their loyalty and respect.

A male parent, especially of a domestic animal.

The sire of the champion racehorse was known for his speed and endurance.

verb

To beget or to father offspring.

The celebrated stallion sired numerous winners on the racetrack.

To call or address someone as 'sire'.

The knight addressed the king, saying, 'My sire, I pledge my loyalty to you.'

Middle English, from Old French 'sire', from Latin 'senior' meaning 'older'.

sire, I implore you

A phrase used when requesting something earnestly from someone in authority.

by my sire

An expression of assurance or promise, relating to respect or authority.

royalty

The status or power of a king or queen.

patriarch

The male head of a family or tribe.

offspring

The children or young of a particular parent or species.

An influential person in a particular field.

He's the sire of modern urban music.

A term used playfully to refer to someone in a humorous or light-hearted context.

You shall be known as the sire of silliness in this gathering!