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sir noun (FORMAL LETTER) B2. You write 'Sir' at the beginning of a formal letter to a man when you do not know his name: Dear Sir, I am writing to... Sir. a title used in the UK before the name of a man who has been officially respected or who has a high social rank: Sir Cliff Richard.
noun. a respectful or formal term of address used to a man: No, sir. (initial capital letter) the distinctive title of a knight or baronet: Sir Walter Scott. (initial capital letter) a title of respect for some notable personage of ancient times: Sir Pandarus of Troy. a lord or gentleman: noble sirs and ladies.
5 days ago · noun. 1. a man of rank; lord. 2. [sometimes S-] a respectful term of address used to a man: not followed by the given name or surname and often used in the salutation of a letter. Dear Sir. 3. [S-] the title used before the given name or full name of a knight or baronet.
Use the word sir as a formal title for a man. People often use sir to respectfully or politely address someone they don't know well. When you're saying hello to a man who's been knighted by the Queen of England, you should call him sir — it's the official way to address a knight.
sir. noun. /sɜː (r)/, /sə (r)/ /sɜːr/, /sər/ Idioms. used as a polite way of addressing a man whose name you do not know, for example in a shop or restaurant. Good morning, sir. Can I help you? Are you ready to order, sir? ‘Thank you very much.’ ‘You're welcome, sir. Have a nice day.’. compare ma’am see also madam.
1. [noncount] a — used without a name as a form of polite address to a man you do not know. May I help you, sir? Sir, your order is ready. — compare ma'am, madam, miss. b — used without a name as a form of polite address to a man of rank or authority (such as a military or police officer, teacher, or master)
Definition of sir. English dictionary and integrated thesaurus for learners, writers, teachers, and students with advanced, intermediate, and beginner levels.
