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postnuptial

American  
[pohst-nuhp-shuhl, -chuhl] / poʊstˈnʌp ʃəl, -tʃəl /

adjective

  1. subsequent to marriage.

    postnuptial adjustments.


Pronunciation

See nuptial.

Other Word Forms

Etymology

Origin of postnuptial

First recorded in 1800–10; post- + nuptial

Example Sentences

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The most practical solution: Community property with right of survivorship or, as a halfway point, a clearly drafted life-estate agreement, ideally memorialized in a postnuptial agreement to fend off any disgruntled stepchildren.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 12, 2026

Good to know: A prenuptial or postnuptial agreement can outline which assets, accounts or debt should be treated as separate property.

From Salon • Dec. 29, 2024

Do you think a postnuptial agreement might be a good idea?

From Slate • Apr. 8, 2022

A spouse can agree to be disinherited in a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement, or they can “disclaim ,” or refuse, an inheritance so that it goes to other heirs.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 1, 2021

The Sharp-tailed Sparrow has a complete pre-nuptial, as well as a complete postnuptial, molt.

From Comparative Breeding Behavior of Ammospiza caudacuta and A. maritima by Woolfenden, Glen E.

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