| NOUN | act | espousal, bridal | archaic terms for a wedding or wedding feast |
|---|---|---|---|
| act | espousal, betrothal | the act of becoming betrothed or engaged | |
| act | espousal, adoption, acceptance, acceptation | the act of accepting with approval |
| Meaning | Archaic terms for a wedding or wedding feast. | |
|---|---|---|
| Synonym | bridal | |
| Broader | marriage, wedding, marriage ceremony | The act of marrying / marrying |
| Spanish | boda, esponsales | |
| Catalan | boda, esposalles | |
| Meaning | The act of becoming betrothed or engaged. | |
|---|---|---|
| Synonym | betrothal | |
| Broader | ritual, rite | Any customary observance or practice |
| Spanish | compromiso | |
| Catalan | compromís, prometatge | |
| Meaning | The act of accepting with approval; favorable reception. | |
|---|---|---|
| Synonyms | adoption, acceptance, acceptation | |
| Narrower | embrace, bosom | A close affectionate and protective acceptance |
| Broader | blessing, approval, approving | The formal act of approving |
| Spanish | aceptación, adopción | |
| Catalan | acceptació, adopció | |
| Verbs | espouse | choose and follow |
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