matrimonial

adjective

mat·​ri·​mo·​nial ˌma-trə-ˈmō-nē-əl How to pronounce matrimonial (audio)
-nyəl
: of or relating to marriage, the married state, or married persons
matrimonially adverb

Examples of matrimonial in a Sentence

she plans to focus on matrimonial concerns after she's established in her career
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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of matrimonial was in the 15th century

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“Matrimonial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/matrimonial. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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