matchmaker
noun
match·mak·er
ˈmach-ˌmā-kər 
: one that arranges a match
especially
: one who tries to bring two unmarried individuals together in an attempt to promote a marriage
Examples of matchmaker in a Sentence
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Here's what the actors have been up to since Cher played matchmaker and rocked that plaid suit.
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Danny Horn, EW.com, 12 Apr. 2024
On Tuesday’s episode of Vanderpump Rules, Scheana Shay played matchmaker for the Schwartz & Sandy's co-owner, 41, by setting him up with her former nanny Tori following his split from ex-wife Katie Maloney.
—Stephanie Wenger, Peoplemag, 10 Apr. 2024
There are no fights announced for the event, but based on White’s comments on ESPN MMA, the UFC matchmakers will do everything in their power to make the card something special.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2024
Anya Taylor-Joy sizzles as the matchmaker at its center who is determined to find an eligible bachelor for a new friend (Mia Goth).
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 22 Feb. 2024
The matchmakers themselves are highly qualified professionals with a doctorate in psychology and extensive experience in dating, coaching, and relationships.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2024
In the meantime, Staunton will be appearing as matchmaker Dolly Levi in the first West End revival of Hello, Dolly since 1984 at the London Palladium.
—Hayley Maitland, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2024
The network aims to tackle a real problem: Unlike when families or colleagues used to play matchmaker, which added a layer of accountability, many couples now meet online.
—Marisa Iati, Washington Post, 2 Mar. 2024
But playing matchmaker might be way above their pay grade.
—Kevin Jacobsen, EW.com, 17 Oct. 2023
Danny Horn, EW.com, 12 Apr. 2024
On Tuesday’s episode of Vanderpump Rules, Scheana Shay played matchmaker for the Schwartz & Sandy's co-owner, 41, by setting him up with her former nanny Tori following his split from ex-wife Katie Maloney.
—Stephanie Wenger, Peoplemag, 10 Apr. 2024
There are no fights announced for the event, but based on White’s comments on ESPN MMA, the UFC matchmakers will do everything in their power to make the card something special.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2024
Anya Taylor-Joy sizzles as the matchmaker at its center who is determined to find an eligible bachelor for a new friend (Mia Goth).
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 22 Feb. 2024
The matchmakers themselves are highly qualified professionals with a doctorate in psychology and extensive experience in dating, coaching, and relationships.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2024
In the meantime, Staunton will be appearing as matchmaker Dolly Levi in the first West End revival of Hello, Dolly since 1984 at the London Palladium.
—Hayley Maitland, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2024
The network aims to tackle a real problem: Unlike when families or colleagues used to play matchmaker, which added a layer of accountability, many couples now meet online.
—Marisa Iati, Washington Post, 2 Mar. 2024
But playing matchmaker might be way above their pay grade.
—Kevin Jacobsen, EW.com, 17 Oct. 2023
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Word History
First Known Use
1638, in the meaning defined above
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“Matchmaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/matchmaker. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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