aftermarriage
|af-ter-mar-riage|
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/ˈæftərˌmærɪdʒ/
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/ˈɑːftəˌmærɪdʒ/
post-marriage period
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aftermarriage' originates from English, combining 'after' meaning 'following' and 'marriage' meaning 'the legally or formally recognized union of two people as partners in a personal relationship.'
Historical Evolution
'aftermarriage' is a modern English word formed by combining 'after' and 'marriage' without significant historical transformation.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the period following marriage,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the period or state following marriage.
They are navigating the challenges of aftermarriage.
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Last updated: 2025/05/26 16:21