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matrimony definition
mat·ri·mony (ma′trə mō′nē)
noun pl. matrimonies -·nies
- the act, rite, or sacrament of marriage
- the state of being husband and wife
- married life
Etymology: ME matrimonye < OFr matrimoine < L matrimonium < mater (gen. matris), mother
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