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espousal

PRIMARY MEANINGS OF: espousal

1
 n
the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception
2
 n
the act of becoming betrothed or engaged
FULL DEFINITIONS OF: espousal
1

n the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception

Synonyms:
acceptance, acceptation, adoption
Types:
bosom, embrace
a close affectionate and protective acceptance
Type of:
approval, approving, blessing
the formal act of approving
2

n the act of becoming betrothed or engaged

Synonyms:
betrothal
Type of:
rite, ritual
any customary observance or practice

n archaic terms for a wedding or wedding feast

Synonyms:
bridal
Type of:
marriage, marriage ceremony, wedding
the act of marrying; the nuptial ceremony
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