mister

Definition

Alternative spelling of Mister, especially when used as a form of address without a name.

Etymology

Unaccented variant of master, attested since the 15th century.

Example Sentences

• "You may sit here, mister."
• "You keep away from my wife, mister."
• "Fine day to see sights, gentlemen. Well, misters, here's the railing round the ground, and there's the paling round the tomb, eight feet deep, six feet long, and three feet wide."