Phrase guide

First Gentleman

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The husband (or man of similar rank) of a chief executive of a nation; especially the husband of the President of a country.

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noun

Meaning 2

The husband of a governor or mayor.

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Usage: US

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noun

Meaning 3

A man that is or was a spouse of the political chief executive, when speaking non-specifically.

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Qualifier: generic

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History

Etymology

By analogy with First Lady.

From First Gentleman.