sir

Meanings

• noun

  A title of respect addressed to a man, especially one who holds a position of authority or is older.

  - "He is a knight, therefore he is addressed as Sir."
  - "Sir, may I have your permission to enter?"

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈsɝ/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with sir
squire , pyre , tire , higher , desire

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Variants

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seer , sir , sirs , sir-reverence , sir-reverences , Sir Roger de Coverley , Sir Roger de Coverleys , Abbott , Sir John Abbott , Sir John Joseph Caldwell Abbott , Abel , Sir Frederick Abel , Sir Frederick Augustus Abel , Acton , John Dalberg-Acton , John Emerich Edward Dalberg-Acton , Sir John Dalberg-Acton , Alexander , Alexander of Tunis , Harold Alexander , Harold Rupert Leofric George Alexander , Sir Harold Alexander , Alma-Tadema , Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema , Amis , Kingsley Amis , Sir Kingsley Amis , Andros , Edmund Andros , Sir Edmund Andros

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Etymology

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Derived from the Germanic word 'sire' meaning 'father' or 'lord'.

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Trivia

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1. In some countries, 'Sir' is also used as a surname.

2. The term 'Sir' is also used in the military to address non-commissioned officers.

3. In the United States, 'Sir' is sometimes used as a term of endearment or affection between friends.

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Related Concepts

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1. Mister: Another common title of respect for men, often used in more casual or informal situations.

2. Lady: The female equivalent of 'sir', used as a title of respect for women.

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Culture

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In English-speaking cultures, 'sir' is a common title of respect used to address men, particularly those who hold positions of authority or are older. It is often used in formal situations or as a sign of politeness.

How to Memorize "sir"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a man in a formal setting, such as a knight in armor, or a man in a suit and tie. Imagine someone addressing him as 'Sir'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'Sir' with respect, authority, and politeness. Think of it as a sign of deference and recognition of someone's position or age.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Sire Respects Intelligent People' to remember the meaning of 'Sir'.

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