1
[ noun ] the act of becoming betrothed or engaged

Synonyms

betrothal

Related terms

ritual betroth

2
[ noun ] the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception

Synonyms

acceptance adoption acceptation

Examples

"its adoption by society" "the proposal found wide acceptance"

Related terms

blessing embrace adopt accept

3
[ noun ] archaic terms for a wedding or wedding feast

Synonyms

bridal

Related terms

marriage

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Similar Spelling

espouse esophagus Esposito

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