nuptial

adjective nup·tial \ ˈnəp-shəl , -chəl , nonstandard -shə-wəl , nonstandard -chə-wəl \

|Updated on: 14 Jun 2018

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Definition of nuptial

1 : of or relating to marriage or the marriage ceremony

nuptial vows

nuptial bliss

2 : characteristic of or occurring in the breeding season

nuptial flight

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newlyweds still in a state of nuptial bliss

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While over 600 guests were invited to the couple's post-nuptial luncheon, their evening party at Frogmore house was much smaller, with around 200 guests invited, including famous friends like Serena Williams, Amal Clooney, and Priyanka Chopra.

— amy mackelden, Harper's BAZAAR, "Rumors From Inside the Royal Wedding Party: From Harry and Meghan's First Dance to Prince William's Naughty Speech," 20 May 2018
The nuptial couple couldn't stop being sweet to each other.

— aj willingham, CNN, "Every romantic, emotional moment from one heck of a royal wedding," 19 May 2018
The understated fashions at Saturday’s royal wedding between Meghan Markle and Prince Harry served as perfectly tailored nods to British nuptial tradition, yes.

— elizabeth wellington, Philly.com, "Royal wedding style: Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's nuptials were beautiful and authentic | Elizabeth Wellington," 19 May 2018
Video footage from BBC News shows Prince Harry and Prince William taking a break from nuptial preparations with a light stroll.

— emily wang, Glamour, "Watch Prince Harry and Prince William Greet Fans With a Surprise, Pre-Wedding Stroll," 18 May 2018
And her latest nuptial takeover might be the most extra yet.

— christopher rosa, Glamour, "Taylor Swift’s Wedding Gift to This Fan Is So Good, I Might Propose to a Stranger," 20 Mar. 2018
Pre-nuptial agreements are not legally binding — though they are sometimes upheld — and Britain follows common law, in which judicial rulings and legal precedents help decide a case, rather than ordinances and statutes.

— tara john/london, Time, "How Britain's 'Diva of Divorce' Wins Bumper Payouts for Spouses of the Super-Rich," 15 Mar. 2018
At least one of his ex-wives, Ivana, signed a post-nuptial contract that contained a silencing clause.

— nina burleigh, Newsweek, "Trump vs. Mueller: Is the American Legal System Any Match for the President?," 8 Mar. 2018
This flower is popular in nuptial bouquets, and names a train in a song called the fiddler’s national anthem.

— mary wisniewski, chicagotribune.com, "Why O’Hare needs to grow — and what we can learn from other mega airport expansions," 5 Mar. 2018

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Origin and Etymology of nuptial

Latin nuptialis, from nuptiae, plural, wedding, from nubere to marry; perhaps akin to Greek nymphē bride, nymph

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First Known Use: 15th century

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Definition of nuptial

: marriage, wedding —usually used in plural

… preparations were instantly commenced for the approaching nuptials.
—W. H. Prescott

Examples of nuptial in a Sentence

their nuptials will take place at the university chapel

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No beachside ceremonies or mountaintop nuptials: The code of canon law, straight from the Vatican, says that marriages performed by a priest are meant to be celebrated in the bride or groom’s parish church.

— julie zauzmer, Washington Post, "Catholics can get married outdoors in two places: In Montana, and now in Baltimore," 11 June 2018
But Main Street Ballroom would be in no shape for her nuptials.

— brittany britto, baltimoresun.com, "Ellicott City's flood left couples without a wedding venue — but not for long," 7 June 2018
In the stage musical the song tells of the romance and nuptials of Eliza Schuyler and Alexander Hamilton, a narrative that lends itself well to this more angsty edition.

— ruth kinane, EW.com, "Hear punk rock group The Regrettes cover 'Helpless' in latest Hamilton remix," 31 May 2018
Kendall Jenner and Kylie Jenner won't be attending their step-brother Brody Jenner's upcoming nuptials... that is, according to a new report.

— brianna wiest, Teen Vogue, "Kendall and Kylie Jenner Reportedly Didn't RSVP To Brody Jenner's Wedding," 30 May 2018
Markle’s accessories included a tiara, a cathedral length veil (which was fitting for her St. George’s Chapel royal nuptials), a bracelet, and small diamond stud earrings.

— jaclyn reiss, BostonGlobe.com, "Here are photos of Meghan Markle’s wedding dress," 19 May 2018
Prince Harry's nuptials earlier today featured no shortage of aww-worthy moments.

— Southern Living, "Here's Princess Diana's Sister, Lady Jane Fellowes' Sweet Wedding Reading," 19 May 2018
Saturday ▪ Thirty-seven years after his mother’s nuptials were watched by an estimated 750 million viewers worldwide, Prince Harry weds American actress Meghan Markle.

— courtney devores, charlotteobserver, "Your 5-minute guide to the best things to do in Charlotte | May 18-24 | Charlotte Observer," 16 May 2018
The Spice Girl opted for a deep navy blue dress with a mandarin collar, clasped with small silver buckle for Meghan and Harry's nuptials.

— alex warner, Marie Claire, "This Is What Victoria Beckham Really Thinks About Meghan Markle's Wedding Dress," 24 May 2018

Origin and Etymology of nuptial

see ¹nuptial

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First Known Use: circa 1555

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nuptial Synonyms

Synonyms

bridal, espousal, marriage, wedding;

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match, matrimony, wedlock;

union;

NUPTIAL Defined for English Language Learners

nuptial

adjective

Definition of nuptial for English Language Learners

: of or relating to marriage or a wedding ceremony

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nuptial

adjective nup·tial \ ˈnəp-shəl \

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