Englishman

noun

En·​glish·​man ˈiŋ-glish-mən 

ˈiŋ-lish-

: a native or inhabitant of England

Examples of Englishman in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Englishman led Newcastle to their first trophy in 70 years, winning the Carabao Cup in 2025 and also oversaw qualification for the Champions League twice. — Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 31 July 2026

The Englishman, also known for The Handmaid’s Tale and directing The Shell, figured he was talented from the competitive casting process. — Entertainment Weekly, 21 July 2026

In gusts to 25 mph, the 29-year-old Englishman had a 5-under 67 to get to 18-under 198. — ABC News, 18 July 2026

While the crowd figures to root for McIlroy, Fitzpatrick gives the group a home-nation angle as an Englishman. — Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

Englishman

noun

En·​glish·​man ˈiŋ-glish-mən 

: a person born or living in England