domestic partner

[ duh-mes-tik pahrt-ner ]

noun

1. either member of an unmarried, cohabiting heterosexual or gay couple whose relationship status grants certain legal rights and protections similar to those of spouses.

Other Words From

• do·mes·tic part·ner·ship noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of domestic partner¹

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

Oh, and “full-time associates can cover any spouse or domestic partner.”

From The Daily Beast

He will continue his support for combatting workplace discrimination and ending the domestic partner tax penalty.

From The Daily Beast

But still, for a sober domestic partner, the new town is no ill companion to the ancient city on the hill.

From Project Gutenberg

Somewhat later I made the acquaintance of the domestic partner of the chat family.

From Project Gutenberg