Definition of Matchmaker

1. Noun. Someone who arranges (or tries to arrange) marriages for others.

Exact synonyms: Marriage Broker, Matcher
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

matchgirl
matchgirls
matching funds
matching number
matching numbers
matchings
matchless
matchlessly
matchlessness
matchlit
matchlock
matchlocks
matchmade
matchmake
matchmaker
matchmakers
matchmakes
matchmaking
matchmakings
matchmark
matchmarked
matchmarking
matchmarks
matchplay
matchpoint
matchpoints
matchstick
matchsticks
matcht

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. ..."

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