 espousal |
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| 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" |
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| Related terms: | blessing embrace adopt accept | |
| 3. | [ noun ] archaic terms for a wedding or wedding feast | |
| Synonyms: | bridal | |
| Related terms: | marriage | |
| Similar spelling: |
espouse esophagus Esposito |
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