NOUN | act | espousal, bridal | archaic terms for a wedding or wedding feast |
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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. | |
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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. | |
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Synonym | betrothal | |
Broader | ritual, rite | Any customary observance or practice |
Spanish | compromiso | |
Catalan | compromís, prometatge |
Meaning | The act of accepting with approval; favorable reception. | |
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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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