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wedlock

[ˈwɛdlɒk]

wedlock Definition

  • 1the state of being married
  • 2the relationship between two people who are married to each other

Using wedlock: Examples

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

  • Example

    They entered into wedlock last year.

  • Example

    The couple's wedlock was a happy one.

  • Example

    He was born out of wedlock.

  • Example

    She is pregnant and wants to enter into wedlock before the baby is born.

wedlock Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for wedlock

Phrases with wedlock

  • born to parents who are not married to each other

    Example

    He was born out of wedlock.

  • to get married

    Example

    She is pregnant and wants to enter into wedlock before the baby is born.

  • a term used to refer to the sanctity of marriage

    Example

    They were united in holy wedlock.

Origins of wedlock

from Old English 'wǣdlāc', meaning 'pledge-giving'

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Summary: wedlock in Brief

'Wedlock' [ˈwɛdlɒk] refers to the state of being married or the relationship between two people who are married to each other. It is often used in phrases like 'out of wedlock,' which means born to parents who are not married, and 'enter into wedlock,' which means to get married. 'Holy wedlock' is a term used to refer to the sanctity of marriage.