Bridal: meaning, definitions and examples

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bridal

 

[ หˆbraษชdl ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

wedding attire

Relating to a bride or a wedding.

Synonyms

marriage, nuptial, wedding.

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Word Description / Examples
bridal

Note: You repeated 'bridal'. This word is already described above.

  • This is a duplicate usage of the word 'bridal'.
wedding

Used when referring to the specific event or ceremony where two people get married.

  • Their wedding will take place on a sunny beach.
  • She spent months planning her perfect wedding.
nuptial

Often used in more formal or literary contexts to describe things related to marriage or weddings.

  • The nuptial ceremony was elaborate and beautiful.
  • They exchanged their nuptial vows in front of family and friends.
marriage

Used when talking about the state or institution of being married or the relationship between married people.

  • They have had a happy marriage for over 20 years.
  • Marriage requires communication and compromise.

Examples of usage

  • She wore a beautiful bridal gown on her wedding day.
  • The bridal party looked stunning in their matching outfits.
Context #2 | Noun

wedding context

A wedding or marriage ceremony.

Synonyms

marriage ceremony, nuptials, wedding.

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Word Description / Examples
bridal

Used when referring to anything related to a bride, such as her clothing, accessories, or shower.

  • She looked stunning in her bridal gown.
  • They are hosting a bridal shower next weekend.
wedding

Common and casual term for the event where a couple gets married. Suitable for everyday conversation.

  • They are planning a big wedding in June.
  • Did you get an invitation to Sarah's wedding?
nuptials

A more old-fashioned and formal term for a wedding, often used in literary or somewhat humorous contexts.

  • The nuptials were held in a grand old manor.
  • We are excited to attend their nuptials next month.
marriage ceremony

Formal term for the official event where a couple gets married. Often used in invitations or formal discussions.

  • The marriage ceremony will take place at the cathedral.
  • We attended a beautiful marriage ceremony last summer.

Examples of usage

  • The bridal was a beautiful event filled with love and joy.
  • The couple hosted a lavish bridal for their friends and family.

Translations

Translations of the word "bridal" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น nupcial

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเฅเคฒเฅเคนเคจ เค•เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช braut-

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pengantin

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐั€ะตั‡ะตะฝะพั—

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ล›lubny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่Šฑๅซใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท nuptial

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ nupcial

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gelin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹ ๋ถ€์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุฑุงุฆุณูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nevฤ›stin

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nevestin

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ–ฐๅจ˜็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nevestin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ brรบรฐar-

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะปั‹าฃะดั‹า›ั‚ั‹าฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ˜แƒซแƒ˜แƒก

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gษ™linlik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ nupcial

Etymology

The word 'bridal' comes from the Middle English 'bridale', which originally referred to a wedding feast or ceremony. Over time, it evolved to describe anything related to a bride or a wedding. The concept of a bridal ceremony has been a part of various cultures and traditions throughout history, symbolizing the union of two individuals in marriage.

See also: bride, bridegroom.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,610, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.