domestic partner


domestic partner

noun

Definition of DOMESTIC PARTNER

1
: a company especially in a developing country that joins in a commercial venture with an international company
2
: either one of an unmarried heterosexual or homosexual cohabiting couple especially when considered as to eligibility for spousal benefits
domestic partnership noun

First Known Use of DOMESTIC PARTNER

1975

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