post-marital
|post-mar-i-tal|
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/poʊst-ˈmærɪtəl/
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/pəʊst-ˈmærɪtəl/
after marriage
Etymology
Etymology Information
'post-marital' originates from Latin, specifically the prefix 'post-' meaning 'after' and 'marital' from 'maritus' meaning 'married.'
Historical Evolution
'post-marital' evolved from the Latin term 'postmaritalis' and eventually became the modern English word 'post-marital.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'after marriage,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the period after marriage.
They sought post-marital counseling to strengthen their relationship.
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Last updated: 2025/02/15 04:51