mister

noun

ˈmi-stər How to pronounce mister (audio)
Definition of misternext
as in husband
the male partner in a marriage I'll check with the mister and see if we're free that weekend

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Recent Examples of mister Signature toiletries—including eucalyptus oil shower mister—and fluffy towels and robes complete the setup. — Veronica M. Stoddart, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026 The city of Boise also opened splash pads and cooling misters to the public on Memorial Day. — Hali Smith june 2, Idaho Statesman, 2 June 2026 Shark changed that earlier this year with the introduction of the ChillPill, a first-of-its-kind fan that also includes a mister and cryo-inspired cooling plate. — Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 May 2026 Use a shallow drip fountain or mister to provide water. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 21 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for mister
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husband
Noun
  • Fly fishing, while not one of my husband’s hobbies, is a favorite for some of his friends.
    — Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The order would limit Miller’s ability to contact her attorneys, with Moreno saying in the filing that her ex-husband harassed, grabbed and insulted them.
    — Adam England, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of husband

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