Meaning & Definition of word "Fiancee"
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Fiancee
/fiːˈɒn.seɪ/
noun:
- 1. A woman who is engaged to be married.
- Example: After two years of dating, he finally proposed to his fiancée during a romantic dinner.
- 2. A woman who has formally agreed to marry someone, often signified by an engagement ring.
- Example: Her fiancée was overjoyed when she accepted his invitation to meet her parents.
- 3. A term used to refer to a future spouse, especially in the context of wedding planning.
- Example: The wedding planner asked the happy couple about their vision for the big day, and the fiancée was full of ideas.
Etymology
French, from the verb fiancé, meaning 'to betroth'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
put a ring on it:
To propose marriage, often signified by giving an engagement ring.
fiancee duties:
Responsibilities and tasks expected of someone who is engaged.
Related Words
fiancé:
A man who is engaged to be married.
engagement:
The period during which a couple is engaged to be married.
wedding:
A ceremony in which two people are united in marriage.
Slang Meanings of fiancee
Meaning: The future Mrs.
Example Sentence: He's introducing her as his future Mrs. at the party.
Meaning: Main squeeze
Example Sentence: He's seeing her as his main squeeze until the wedding.