Meaning & Definition of Husband in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A married man, especially in relation to his spouse.

  Example Sentence: He has been a devoted husband for over twenty years.

• Definition: A man who manages or controls something.

  Example Sentence: She did not expect her husband to take care of the garden.

Etymology

Origin: From Old English 'husbonda', meaning 'master of a house'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• better half: A term used to refer to one's spouse.
• old man: Informal term for husband, often used humorously.

Translations

• Spanish: esposo

• French: mari

• German: Ehemann

• Russian: муж

Related Words

• wedding: A marriage ceremony.

• marriage: The legally or formally recognized union of two partners.

Slang Meanings of husband

• Meaning: hubby

  Example Sentence: I can't wait to go home and see my hubby after work.

• Meaning: old ball and chain

  Example Sentence: He always jokes about being tied down by the old ball and chain.