Husband
A husband is a male lifetime partner in a marital relationship. The rights and obligations of the husband regarding his spouse and others, and his status in the community and in law, vary between cultures and has varied over time. In a heterosexual relationship, a man's spouse would be his wife.
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Famous quotes containing the word husband:
“Which people desire to lose what they possess? A sick man his fever, a tormented husband his wife, a gambler his debts, and a girl—her virginity.”
—Franz Grillparzer (1791–1872)
“Whenever a husband and wife begin to discuss their marriage they are giving evidence at a coroner’s inquest.”
—H.L. (Henry Lewis)
“If the husband dies, she is free to be married to whom she wishes.... But in my judgment she is happier if she remains as she is.”
—Bible: New Testament (RSV)