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

Recent Examples on the Web There is also an endearing bromance that unfurls between the astronomer and his lifelong clergyman friend, who is destined to be Pope. Karen D'souza, The Mercury News, 17 May 2024 The conference headliners — who have been described as having a bromance, with Musk hosting Milei at Tesla headquarters in April — highlight some of the challenges and possibilities of finding common ground. Laurence Darmiento, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for bromance 

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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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Cite this Entry

“Bromance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bromance. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

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