senor

/ˈseɪnɔr/; /seˈnoɾ/

Definitions

1. noun

a Spanish title of respect for a man, equivalent to ‘mister’ or ‘sir’.

“The señor of the house greeted us warmly.”

2. noun

a senior or elderly man, especially in Spanish-speaking cultures.

“The señor of the village was a wise and respected leader.”

3. interjection

used to express respect or politeness, similar to ‘sir’ or ‘mister’.

“Señor, I’d like to inquire about the price of this item.”

Synonyms

  • elder
  • mister
  • sir

Antonyms

  • junior
  • younger