pre-wedding
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B2
/priː ˈwɛdɪŋ/
before wedding
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pre-wedding' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'wedding' meaning 'marriage ceremony'.
Historical Evolution
'Pre-wedding' combines the prefix 'pre-' with 'wedding', a term used since Middle English, to describe events or activities occurring before the marriage ceremony.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'before the wedding ceremony', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or occurring before a wedding.
They had a pre-wedding photoshoot in the park.
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Last updated: 2025/02/05 13:06