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wooer

 

[ ˈwuːər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

romantic relationship

A person who is seeking or trying to win the affection of another, typically in a romantic context.

Synonyms

admirer, courter, suitor

Examples of usage

  • He was a persistent wooer, always bringing her flowers and writing her love letters.
  • The wooer serenaded his beloved under her window every night.
Context #2 | Noun

historical context

In historical terms, a wooer referred to a man who sought the hand of a woman in marriage, often through formal courting rituals.

Synonyms

betrothed, bridegroom, fiancé

Examples of usage

  • In the 18th century, a gentleman would act as a wooer by presenting his intentions to the lady's family.
  • The wooer would often write love poems to express his feelings towards the lady he desired.
Context #3 | Noun

literary context

In literature, a wooer can be a character who pursues a romantic interest, leading to various plot developments.

Synonyms

lover, paramour, swain

Examples of usage

  • The novel's protagonist had multiple suitors, but she finally chose the most persistent wooer.
  • The play's comedic relief came from the clumsy attempts of the wooer to win the heart of the leading lady.

Translations

Translations of the word "wooer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pretendente

🇮🇳 प्रेमी

🇩🇪 Verehrer

🇮🇩 pengagum

🇺🇦 залицяльник

🇵🇱 zalotnik

🇯🇵 求愛者

🇫🇷 prétendant

🇪🇸 pretendiente

🇹🇷 talip

🇰🇷 구애자

🇸🇦 خاطب

🇨🇿 nápadník

🇸🇰 nápadník

🇨🇳 追求者

🇸🇮 snubec

🇮🇸 biðill

🇰🇿 құда

🇬🇪 მოთხოვნიერი

🇦🇿 namizəd

🇲🇽 pretendiente

Etymology

The word 'wooer' dates back to the 14th century, derived from the Middle English 'wower' which meant 'one who woos'. The concept of wooing, or seeking the affection of another, has been a part of human courtship rituals for centuries. From medieval knights to Victorian gentlemen, the role of the wooer has evolved but remained a timeless symbol of romantic pursuit.

See also: woo, wooing.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,165, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.