best man

Wedding toast giver

The best man is the groom's chief attendant at a wedding, typically his closest friend or brother.

He holds the rings, organizes the bachelor party, and delivers a toast at the reception.

He asked his college roommate to be his best man.

wedding

groom

Betrothed man; stable worker

vows · aisle · tuxedo · suit · bachelor party · stag party · ring · boutonniere · processional · rehearsal

duties

ring

Closed curve shape

organizing · bachelor party · suit fitting · groomsmen · schedule · transportation · usher · rehearsal · emotional support · logistics

friendship

confidant

Trusted keeper of secrets

  • buddyInformal term for companion
  • palClose trusted companion
  • matePartner or companion

brother · companion · ally · sidekick · wingman · partner · childhood friend · lifelong friend · trust · loyalty

speech

toast

Heated bread; glass-raising honor

humor · jokes · storytelling · reminisce · memories · congratulations · wit · heartfelt · poignant · sentimentality

Categories
Opposites
wedding party role by gender

best manmaid of honor

Bride's principal attendant

matron of honor · bridesmaid · maid of honour · flower girl · honor attendant

wedding party hierarchy

best mangroomsman

Male wedding supporter

usher · ring bearer · wedding guest · flower girl · page boy

Family

best, man, better, betterment, mans, bested, manned, manning, bettering

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G