NYT Dictionary

BEAU

/ˈboʊ̯/
NounVerbBEAUbeau · 1 syllableGrade 7

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2023, 2024, 2026

Meaning

A man with a reputation for fine dress and etiquette; a dandy or fop.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English

From Middle English beau, beu, bew, bewe, from Old French beau, from Latin bellus (“beautiful”). Doublet of bello and boo.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

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NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles:

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