bromance

noun

bro·​mance ˈbrō-ˌman(t)s How to pronounce bromance (audio)
: a close nonsexual friendship between men
bromantic adjective

Examples of bromance in a Sentence

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The bromance between Bukele and President Trump may just be beginning. Rebecca Beitsch, The Hill, 25 Apr. 2025 But too much criticism of tariffs during Tuesday’s call could harm his bromance with Trump. Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2025 This bromance of a love triangle has since become messy. Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025 The anxiety-inducing dark bromance stars Robinson as suburban family man Craig, who quickly develops a man crush on his new neighbor Austin (Rudd), a beloved local weatherman with his own rock band and an eclectic collection of ancient artifacts. Glenn Garner, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bromance

Word History

Etymology

blend of bro and romance entry 1

First Known Use

circa 2001, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bromance was circa 2001

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“Bromance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bromance. Accessed 25 May. 2025.

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