Etymology:
Meaning:
A male attendant to the groom at a wedding.
Origin:
The term "groomsman" originated in medieval times, when young men known as "groms" or "grooms" served as personal attendants to noblemen. These groms would assist the nobleman with tasks such as dressing, grooming, and managing his household.
Over time, the role of grooms evolved to include attending the nobleman at social events, including weddings. As the custom of having multiple groomsmen became established, they took on the specific duty of assisting the groom with preparations for the wedding and providing support during the ceremony and reception.
The use of the term "groomsman" in its modern sense, as an exclusive male attendant to the groom, became common in the 18th century.
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