Looking for the meaning of the word SIR in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of SIR with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Sir
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
Middle English: reduced form of sire
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
səː
Dialects: British English
Definition:
used as a polite or respectful way of addressing a man, especially one in a position of authority
Short Definition:used as polite or respectful way of addressing man
Examples:- excuse me, sir
Variant Forms:
- Sir
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