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matrimony

[ˈmætrɪmoʊni]

matrimony Definition

  • 1the state of being married
  • 2the ceremony or sacrament of marriage

Using matrimony: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "matrimony" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    After years of dating, they finally decided to enter into matrimony.

  • Example

    The couple exchanged vows in a beautiful matrimony ceremony.

  • Example

    Matrimony is a sacred bond between two individuals who love each other.

  • Example

    She was excited to start a new life in matrimony with her partner.

matrimony Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for matrimony

Phrases with matrimony

  • a term used to describe the religious aspect of marriage

    Example

    They exchanged their vows in holy matrimony at the church.

  • to get married

    Example

    They decided to enter into matrimony after being in a relationship for several years.

  • matrimony ceremony

    the formal event where two people get married

    Example

    The matrimony ceremony was held in a beautiful garden with close friends and family.

Origins of matrimony

from Latin 'matrimonium', from 'mater' meaning 'mother'

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Summary: matrimony in Brief

Matrimony [ˈmætrɪmoʊni] refers to the state of being married or the ceremony of marriage. It is a sacred bond between two individuals who love each other, exemplified by 'She was excited to start a new life in matrimony with her partner.' Matrimony extends into phrases like 'enter into matrimony,' denoting getting married, and 'matrimony ceremony,' referring to the formal event where two people get married.

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