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SPOUSAL

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Relating to a spouse

Example:

a fitting symbol of spousal love

Classified under:

Relational adjectives (pertainyms)

Pertainym:

spouse (a person's partner in marriage)

Derivation:

spouse (a person's partner in marriage)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Of or relating to a wedding

Example:

marriage vows

Synonyms:

bridal; nuptial; spousal

Classified under:

Relational adjectives (pertainyms)

Pertainym:

wedding (the social event at which the ceremony of marriage is performed)

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