Matrimonial

/ˌmætrɪˈmoʊniəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to marriage or the relationship between married people.

They attended a matrimonial ceremony that celebrated their union.

Pertaining to the legal aspects of marriage.

She sought matrimonial advice to navigate the legalities of her divorce.

Concerning the status and rights of being married.

The matrimonial property laws vary significantly from country to country.

From Latin matrimonialis, from matrimonium (‘marriage’).

matrimonial bliss

Happiness experienced in a married life.

matrimonial home

A home shared by a married couple.

matrimonial vows

Promises made by partners during a marriage ceremony.

marriage

The legally or formally recognized union of two people.

spouse

A husband or wife.

wedlock

The state of being married.

Hitched

After years of dating, they finally got hitched last summer.

Tied the knot

They tied the knot in a beautiful ceremony on the beach.