First Laddie

English

Etymology

A pun on the term First Lady, with laddie.

Noun

First Laddie (plural First Laddies)

1. (US, humorous) A man who is the spouse of a sitting president.
   • Clinton suggests 'first laddie' title from UPI
   • The perils of having two presidents in the White House from The Australian
   • Imagining a Clinton White House from New York Magazine

   Synonyms: First Gentleman, First Guy, First Husband, First Lord, First Man

Usage notes

• Used mainly in reference to Bill Clinton's role if Hillary Clinton were to become president.

Related terms

• First Daughter
• First Family
• First Gentleman
• First Lady