noun
husband
HUZ-bund/ˈhʌzbənd/
A married man in relation to his spouse.
The husband warmly holds his spouse's hand, their wedding bands visible together.
Etymology
Husband probably comes from a compound meaning “house-dweller” or “master of the house.” The household role narrowed to the marital relationship, giving the present meaning of a married man in relation to his spouse.
In context
By marriage the husband and wife are one person in law.
More examples
- He introduced us to his husband.
- Their husbands joined the celebration.
- She called her husband from the station.
Forms
husband · husbands
Similar words
- spouse
- Gender-neutral term for a married partner.