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Definition of Matchmaker
1. Noun. Someone who arranges (or tries to arrange) marriages for others.
Generic synonyms: Go-between, Intercessor, Intermediary, Intermediator, Mediator
Derivative terms: Match
Definition of Matchmaker
1. n. One who makes matches for burning or kinding.
Definition of Matchmaker
1. Noun. someone who finds suitable marriage partners ¹
2. Noun. (context: by extension) someone who arranges professional boxing matches ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Matchmaker
1. [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Matchmaker
Literary usage of Matchmaker
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Sketches of Hindoo Life by Devendra Nath Das (1887)
"THE matchmaker. IT is well known that amongst the Hindoos the feelings of the
young man or the young.girl are" seldom consulted in matrimonial matters. ..."
2. Anecdotes of William Hogarth: Written by Himself by William Hogarth (1833)
"[N.] " The matchmaker and Old Maid." " Livesay fecit." Figures from the above
subject. Two Plates. The same in one Plate. " I. Mills sculp. ..."
Other Resources:
Yiddish