remarry
/ɹiːˈmæɹi/
Meanings
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verb
The act of marrying again after having been married before.
- "After the death of her husband, she decided to remarry."
- "He regretted his decision to remarry so soon after the divorce."
Rhymes
Words rhyming with remarrymerry , berry , quarry
Variants
List of all variants of remarry that leads to same resultremarriage , remarriages , remarried , remarries , remarry , remarrying
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From re- 'again' + marry 'to marry'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
Approximately 40% of first marriages in the United States end in divorce, making remarriage a common occurrence.
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In some cultures, remarriage after widowhood is considered a way to ensure the continuation of the family lineage.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
divorce: The legal dissolution of a marriage.
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widowhood: The state of being a widow or widower.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In many cultures, remarriage after divorce or widowhood is a common occurrence. It can bring new family relationships and social connections. In literature, remarriage is a theme in novels such as 'Sense and Sensibility' by Jane Austen and 'Jane Eyre' by Charlotte Bronte.
How to Memorize "remarry"
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visualize
- Imagine a person getting married for the second time, surrounded by family and friends.
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associate
- Associate the word 'remarry' with the idea of starting a new chapter in life.
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mnemonics
- Remember 'R' as in remarry stands for 're'-marriage.
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