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wifely

/ˈwaɪfli/

Meanings
  • adjective

    Relating to or being a wife.


Synonyms

uxorial , wifey
Variants
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wifeliness , wifelinesses , wifely
Etymology
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From Old English wiflig, from wif 'woman' + -lig 'pertaining to'.


Trivia
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  1. The word 'wifely' first appeared in English literature in the 14th century.

  2. In some cultures, the term 'wifely' is used to describe the duties and responsibilities of a wife, while in others it is used more broadly to describe any woman's role in the family.


Related Concepts
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  1. husband: A man who is married to a woman. The term 'husband' is often used in conjunction with 'wifely' to describe the relationship between a married couple.


Culture
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In literature, 'wifely' has been used to describe a woman's role and duties as a wife, particularly in the context of domestic life and nurturing her family. In art, it can be seen as a symbol of loyalty, devotion, and subservience.

How to Memorize "wifely"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a woman in a traditional wedding dress and a wedding ring on her finger. Visualize her performing household chores, caring for her children, and showing love and support to her husband.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'wifely' with 'domestic', 'nurturing', and 'supportive'. Visualize a wife caring for her family and performing her wifely duties.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic phrase such as 'Wives are loving, In their families, Everyday, Year after year' to help remember the meaning of 'wifely'.


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