Definition of nuptial
(Entry 1 of 2)
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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The first known use of nuptial was in the 15th century
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