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spousal Definition

spousal (spo̵uzəl)

noun

Now Rare a marriage ceremony

Etymology: see espousal

adjective

  1. Now Rare of marriage
  2. of or relating to a spouse spousal benefits

spousal Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • get: The following consider get a spousal the underwriting cycle.

Modifies a noun

  • maintenance: I do not know whether you are paying spousal maintenance or maintenance for the children.
  • abuse: The same author in another book blamed beef eating for spousal abuse.
  • love: In his spiritual life, therefore, he is called to live out Christ's spousal love toward the Church, his Bride.
  • relationship: Moreover, the meeting may have had an impact on the quality of spousal relationships.
  • order: Unlikely, although quantum of spousal maintenance orders and provision after short marriages may increase in some cases.
  • benefit: The civil unions will give same-sex couples the same legal protections as married couples, including spousal health-care benefits.