matchbreaker

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

match +‎ breaker

Noun[edit]

matchbreaker (plural matchbreakers)

  1. Someone who breaks dating, engagement, or marriage arrangements.
    • 1956, Eva Boros, The Mermaids[1]:
      "She's a great matchmaker," said Kati. "And a matchbreaker too," added the Count.

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