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swain

/swɛn/ noun · British & US
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What does swain mean?

noun

A man who takes care of a woman's farm or estate; a rustic or peasant. A man who is a suitor or lover, especially in medieval or romantic contexts.

Example

"The swain who tended to the farm was known for his kindness to the animals."

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