Fiancee

/fiːˈɒn.seɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A woman who is engaged to be married.
After two years of dating, he finally proposed to his fiancée during a romantic dinner.
A woman who has formally agreed to marry someone, often signified by an engagement ring.
Her fiancée was overjoyed when she accepted his invitation to meet her parents.
A term used to refer to a future spouse, especially in the context of wedding planning.
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

The future Mrs.
He's introducing her as his future Mrs. at the party.
Main squeeze
He's seeing her as his main squeeze until the wedding.