💍marriage

noun
/ˈmærɪdʒ/

Meaning

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

Example Sentences

Their marriage lasted for over thirty years.

Example Expressions

marriage of convenience

Synonyms

wedding, union, matrimony, partnership, alliance

Antonyms

divorce, separation

Collocations

happy marriage, arranged marriage, successful marriage, marriage ceremony, marriage contract

More Example Sentences

Marriage customs differ widely across different parts of the world.

The relation between the two brothers is very bad after their marriage.

Your presence is sincerely desired at the marriage ceremony of my only sister.

Today I am very glad to inform you that the marriage ceremony of my elder sister comes off on Friday on the 5th of next month.

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