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married

/ˈmæɹ.ɪd/

Meanings
  • noun

    The state of being united in marriage; wedlock.

  • verb

    To join in marriage.


Pronunciation
  1. /ˈmæɹ.id/



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Antonyms

single , unmarried , divorce
Synonyms

autem , wed , wedded
Rhymes
Words rhyming with married
merried , errned , derried , serried , terried
Variants
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married , marrieds , married into , marries , marries into , marry , marry into , marrying , marrying into , married name , married names , get married
Forms
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marriages, marrieds, marrying, marriable


Etymology
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From Old English mærit, mæried; related to mār 'husband' and mēarwe 'husbandry'.


Trivia
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  1. The average age for first marriage in the United States is 29 for men and 27 for women.

  2. The ancient Romans believed that the first bridegroom to step over the threshold of the bride's home would be the dominant partner in the marriage.


Related Concepts
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  1. Matrimony: The state of being married; wedlock. Marriage is also referred to as matrimony.

  2. Spouse: A husband or wife. A married couple consists of two spouses.


Culture
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Marriage is a social, legal, and religious institution that signifies the union between two individuals. It is a significant milestone in many cultures, often celebrated with rituals and ceremonies. In literature, marriage is a common theme in novels, poems, and plays, representing love, commitment, and companionship.

How to Memorize "married"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a wedding ceremony, the exchange of vows, and the couple wearing wedding attire.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'married' with the idea of commitment and love.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Married means MAKING a Ritual, an Eternal, and a Devoted Involvement.'


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