"Widower" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Widower" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers

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"Widower" Meaning

A man whose wife has died, typically one who is left to care for minor children.

"Widower" Examples

5 Usage Examples for "Widower"


1. Describing a Person

A widower is a man who has lost his spouse through death.

Example: John became a widower after his wife's untimely passing.

2. Reflexive Verb Form

He became a widower after losing his wife in a tragic accident.

3. Used in Comparisons

In many cultures, widowers are culturally expected to wear black for a period after their wife's demise, as a sign of mourning, just like widows.

4. Impersonal Use

The community rallied around the widower, helping him cope with the loss.

5. Specific Situation

The Judge acknowledged the struggles of the widower who is trying to raise their grandkids on his own while living a modest lifestyle.

Note: These examples are provided to showcase usage in different contexts for education and better understanding.

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