Meaning & Definition of word "Marry"
Marry
/ˈmɛri/
verb:
- 1. to enter into a marriage with someone.
- Example: They decided to marry in a small ceremony on the beach.
- 2. to unite or join together, especially in a way that is harmonious.
- Example: The chef aims to marry different flavors to create a unique dish.
- 3. to combine or associate two concepts or entities.
- Example: The artist wanted to marry traditional techniques with modern styles.
Etymology
●Middle English 'marien', from Old French 'marier', from Latin 'maritare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
married life:
The state of being married and the lifestyle associated with it.
marry off:
To arrange for someone to be married.
marry into:
To enter a family through marriage.
Related Words
marriage:
The legally or formally recognized union of two people as partners.
wedding:
A ceremony in which two people are married.
spouse:
A husband or wife.
Slang Meanings of marry
Meaning: To get hitched
● Example Sentence: They're getting hitched next summer.
Meaning: To tie the knot
● Example Sentence: After two years of dating, they finally decided to tie the knot.