Synonyms

nuptials

British

/ ˈnʌpʃəlz, -tʃəlz /

plural noun

(sometimes singular) a marriage ceremony; wedding

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Example Sentences

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But I suspect if you’re in the wedding gown business, for example, what Katy Perry may wear at her nuptials could have a huge impact on what brides around the world wear six months later.

From Barron's

Rumours about the couple's marriage were initially by Zendaya's stylist, Law Roach, who told Access Hollywood that the nuptials had "already happened" and the press had "missed it".

From BBC

Sunday’s episode, “Connor’s Wedding,” doesn’t show any signs of Logan slowing down, including to honor his eldest son’s nuptials.

From Salon

The panel also said royal daughters -- currently forced to leave the family after marriage -- could potentially continue their public duties after their nuptials.

From Barron's

Bad Bunny served as a witness to their nuptials.

From Los Angeles Times

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