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sir

/ˈsə(ɹ)/ · noun

Meaning

  1. A man of a higher rank or position.
  2. A respectful term of address to a man of higher rank or position, particularly:
  3. A respectful term of address to an adult male (often older), especially if his name or proper title is unknown.
  4. To address (someone) using "sir".

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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