Meaning of the word suitor in English
What does suitor mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
suitor
US /ˈsuː.t̬ɚ/
UK /ˈsuː.tər/
Noun
1.
a man who pursues a relationship with a woman, with a view to marriage
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She had many suitors vying for her attention.
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The princess rejected all her royal suitors.
2.
a person or party that makes a request or appeal to someone, especially a court or legislative body
Example:
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The company was a suitor for the government contract.
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Several potential suitors emerged for the acquisition of the struggling firm.