bride

noun

Synonyms of bridenext
: a woman just married or about to be married

Examples of bride in a Sentence

the mother of the bride
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Set in 1930s Chicago, Frank, played by Christian Bale, helps create a bride, played by Buckley, as his companion, leading to unrest and police intrigue. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 27 Feb. 2026 As is tradition for royal brides, Meghan wears a Welsh gold wedding band, and around their one-year wedding anniversary in May 2019, Harry gave Meghan an eternity ring encircled in diamonds. Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026 While some brides invest in hair extensions for their big day, short wedding hairstyles can be just as romantic and elegant. Grace McCarty, Glamour, 25 Feb. 2026 Nowadays, the tradition is rooted less in utility (a 2026 bride probably has her own pots, thank you very much; or if not, a loyal DoorDash subscription) and more in thoughtfulness. Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bride

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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“Bride.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bride. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.

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bride

noun
: a woman just married or about to be married

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