bromance

noun

bro·​mance ˈbrō-ˌman(t)s How to pronounce bromance (audio)
: a close nonsexual friendship between men
bromantic adjective

Examples of bromance in a Sentence

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Just about the only thing that could’ve saved Ishiba was striking up a bromance with Donald Trump. William Pesek, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025 The bromance between the two and the work of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) show no signs of flagging. Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 10 Feb. 2025 Since Dylan's not there, what did you guys make of his bromance with Boston Rob? EW.com, 7 Mar. 2025 Yes, the boys went all out with a water slide, a hot-dog cart, a dunk tank, and our favorite bromances in matching couples’ costumes (Carl and Kyle as a hot dog and bun and Jesse and West as ketchup and mustard). Brian Moylan, Vulture, 26 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bromance

Word History

Etymology

blend of bro and romance entry 1

First Known Use

circa 2001, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bromance was circa 2001

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“Bromance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bromance. Accessed 12 Apr. 2025.

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