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suitor

[ˈsuːtə(r)]

suitor Definition

  • 1a man who is trying to persuade a woman to marry him
  • 2a company or organization that is trying to take over another one

Using suitor: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "suitor" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was a suitor for her hand in marriage.

  • Example

    The suitor made a grand gesture to win her heart.

  • Example

    The suitor's proposal was rejected by the woman.

  • Example

    The company is a suitor for the acquisition of the rival firm.

suitor Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for suitor

Idioms Using suitor

  • suit oneself

    do what one wants or prefers, without regard for others

    Example

    I don't care what you do, suit yourself.

  • suit up

    put on formal or protective clothing, especially a suit or uniform

    Example

    We need to suit up before the meeting with the clients.

  • follow suit

    do the same thing as someone else, especially in response to their actions

    Example

    If one company raises its prices, the others will likely follow suit.

Phrases with suitor

  • a man who is considered a good match for a woman in terms of social status, wealth, and other desirable qualities

    Example

    She turned down many eligible suitors before finally accepting his proposal.

  • a man who is not wanted as a romantic partner by the woman he is pursuing

    Example

    She had to resort to a restraining order to keep the unwelcome suitor away from her.

  • a company or organization that is trying to take over another one against the wishes of the target company's management

    Example

    The hostile suitor launched a hostile takeover bid for the rival firm.

Origins of suitor

from Old French 'sutor', meaning 'shoemaker'

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Summary: suitor in Brief

The term 'suitor' [ˈsuːtə(r)] refers to a man who is trying to persuade a woman to marry him, or a company or organization that is trying to take over another one. It includes phrases like 'eligible suitor,' denoting a desirable match, and 'unwelcome suitor,' indicating an unwanted pursuer. Idioms like 'suit oneself' convey doing what one wants, while 'suit up' means putting on formal or protective clothing.