Recent Examples on the WebThe bride wore the Antique Corsage Tiara, borrowed from Queen Anne-Marie.
Guests at the royal wedding included Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel of Sweden, the future King Felipe and Queen Letizia of Spain and the future King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands.—Stephanie Petit, Peoplemag, 19 Apr. 2024 For the reception, the bride changed into a shorter dress to cut the cake.—Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 19 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bride
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Word History
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English brȳd; akin to Old High German brūt bride
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of bride was
before the 12th century
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