What is the meaning of beau?

A man who is the lover of a girl or young woman.
- usage: "if I'd known he was her boyfriend I wouldn't have asked"
- synonyms: boyfriend, fellow, swain, young man
A man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance.
- synonyms: dandy, dude, fop, gallant, sheik, swell, fashion plate, clotheshorse

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