marriage

Meanings

• Noun

  The legally or formally recognized union of two people as partners in a personal relationship.

  - "John and Jane got married last year."
  - "They have been married for 20 years."

• Noun

  The state of being married.

  - "They are in the blissful marriage."
  - "He is enjoying his married life."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈmæɹɪdʒ/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1230273"

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Antonyms

divorce

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Synonyms

civil union , matrimony , wedding

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with marriage
hare , there , square , fare , glare

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Variants

List of all variants of marriage that leads to same result
marriage , marriages , marriage of convenience , marriages of convenience , marriage bed , marriage certificate , marriage counseling , marriage guidance , marriage license , anti-marriage , arranged marriage , arranged marriages , Boston marriage , Boston marriages

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Etymology

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From Old French 'marier', meaning 'to marry'.

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Trivia

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1. The average length of a marriage in the United States is about 8 years.

2. Marriage is a universal institution that exists in almost every culture and society in the world.

3. The first recorded marriage ceremony took place around 4000 BC in China.

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Related Concepts

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1. Divorce: The legal dissolution of a marriage.

2. Matrimony: The state of being married.

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Culture

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Marriage is a social, cultural, and legal institution that binds two people together as spouses. It is a significant commitment that signifies the beginning of a new family and the start of a new journey. Marriage has been celebrated in various forms and traditions across different cultures and societies throughout history. In literature, marriage is often portrayed as a symbol of love, companionship, and commitment. In art, it is depicted as a beautiful union between two people. In music, it is a common theme in love songs.

How to Memorize "marriage"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a wedding ceremony with two people exchanging vows and rings.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'marriage' with the feeling of love and commitment.
   - Think of a happy couple celebrating their wedding anniversary.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Marriage: A Relationship That Is Meaningful And Rich In Love.

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