Husband: meaning, definitions and examples

Used to refer to a married man in a formal or informal context.

• My husband and I are going on vacation next week.
• She bought a gift for her husband’s birthday.

A formal term used to refer to one's marriage partner. Gender-neutral and appropriate for legal or formal documents.

• Please list your spouse’s details for the insurance policy.
• Attendance is allowed for employees and spouses only.

Neutral and inclusive term used to refer to someone in a long-term relationship, regardless of marital status or gender. Often used in both professional and personal contexts.

• I would like you to meet my partner at the company event.
• Her partner and she have been together for five years.

Casual and informal term primarily used in British English to refer to a friend or companion. It is not typically used to refer to a husband in formal contexts.

• Come on, mate, let's grab a drink.
• He is my best mate from university.

Used to refer to a married man in a relationship, usually in the context of family, marriage, or personal life.

• Her husband is very supportive of her career.
• They are celebrating their husband's promotion.

Used to describe someone who has a lot of knowledge or skill in a particular area. This word is often used in professional or technical settings.

• She consulted an expert on climate change.
• The expert provided valuable insights during the conference.

Used to describe someone who is skilled and qualified in a particular job or field, often contrasted with an amateur. Typically applied in work or career settings.

• She is a professional athlete.
• The company only hires professionals to ensure high-quality work.

Used to describe someone who has complete control or power over something or someone, or someone who is exceptionally skilled at a particular task. Can have negative connotations if used to describe control over people.

• He is a master of chess strategies.
• In historical contexts, a master might have had servants.