traditional marriage
Americannoun
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Anthropology. the primary established form of marriage recognized in a given country or religious or social group at a given time.
In that culture, traditional marriage requires the families of the future bride and groom to engage in ritual visits and exchange gifts.
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marriage between one man and one woman (primarily used by opponents of same-sex marriage).
Etymology
Origin of traditional marriage
First recorded in 1860–65
Example Sentences
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“I enjoy traditional archery - you know, no training wheels - as well as hunting with rifle and shotgun.”
From Washington Times • Sep. 29, 2014
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