Marriage and wedding vocabulary

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What is a bachelorette party?

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A party for a woman who is going to get married, to which only her female friends are invited.

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What does it mean to leave someone at the altar?

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To not get married because the person who was going to marry has decided against it at the last moment.

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What is a prenuptial agreement?

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An official document signed by two people before they get married that outlines what will happen to their possessions in the event of a divorce.

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What is a bachelor party?

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A party for a man who is going to get married, to which only his male friends are invited.

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What does engagement mean?

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An agreement to marry someone.

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What is the purpose of a wedding ceremony?

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To formally unite two individuals in marriage, often involving vows and legal recognition.

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What is a wedding reception?

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A celebration held after the wedding ceremony, typically involving food, drinks, and dancing.

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What is the significance of wedding vows?

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Wedding vows are promises made by the couple to each other during the ceremony, expressing their commitment.

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What is a marriage license?

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A legal document that authorizes a couple to marry.

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What does it mean to elope?

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To marry suddenly, often in secret, without a formal ceremony or the presence of family.