postnuptial
[ pohst-nuhp-shuhl, -chuhl ]
adjective
subsequent to marriage: postnuptial adjustments.
Origin of postnuptial
1pronunciation note For postnuptial
See nuptial.
Other words from postnuptial
- post·nup·tial·ly, adverb
Words Nearby postnuptial
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How to use postnuptial in a sentence
The relations both prenuptial and postnuptial between the sexes are of the strictest kind.
The Manbos of Mindano | John M. GarvanThe relations both antenuptial and postnuptial are of the most stringent character.
The Manbos of Mindano | John M. GarvanThe adult postnuptial molt, from July to December, is complete.
Life Histories of North American Shore Birds, Part 1 (of 2) | Arthur Cleveland BentThe first postnuptial molt, the following summer, is complete and produces the adult winter plumage.
Life Histories of North American Shore Birds, Part 1 (of 2) | Arthur Cleveland BentAt the first postnuptial molt, in August, they assume the adult winter plumage.
Life Histories of North American Shore Birds, Part 1 (of 2) | Arthur Cleveland Bent
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