Elopement: meaning, definitions and examples
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elopement
[ ษชหloสpmษnt ]
romantic context
Elopement refers to a form of marriage in which a couple decides to run away in order to get married, often without the approval or knowledge of their family and friends. This can be a spontaneous decision, leading to a private wedding ceremony in a location of their choosing. Elopements can also represent a way to escape the pressures and expectations typical of traditional wedding planning.
Synonyms
flight, runaway, secret marriage.
Examples of usage
- They planned their elopement on a beautiful beach.
- After months of planning, we finally had our elopement in Las Vegas.
- Her elopement surprised her family, but she was happy with her decision.
Translations
Translations of the word "elopement" in other languages:
๐ต๐น fuga
๐ฎ๐ณ เคญเคพเคเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Flucht
๐ฎ๐ฉ pelarian
๐บ๐ฆ ะฒัะตัะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ ucieczka
๐ฏ๐ต ้้ฟ
๐ซ๐ท fuite
๐ช๐ธ huida
๐น๐ท kaรงฤฑล
๐ฐ๐ท ๋๋ง
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุฑูุจ
๐จ๐ฟ รบtฤk
๐ธ๐ฐ รบnik
๐จ๐ณ ้้ฟ
๐ธ๐ฎ pobeg
๐ฎ๐ธ flรณtti
๐ฐ๐ฟ าะฐัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแกแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ qaรงฤฑล
๐ฒ๐ฝ huida
Etymology
The term 'elopement' has its roots in Middle English, derived from the word 'elopen' which means 'to run away'. This is further traced back to the Old French 'aloper', meaning 'to run away' or 'to escape'. In the context of marriage, the term gained traction in the 18th century, emphasizing the idea of couples fleeing from societal norms or familial obligations. The advent of romanticism further romanticized elopement, portraying it as a passionate act of love, free from societal constraints. As a result, elopement became associated with youthful rebellion and the desire for romantic freedom, a trend that continues in modern times. As the concept evolved, it has also been embraced by many couples looking for a more intimate and personalized way to celebrate their union, thereby changing the perception of elopement from a scandalous act to a legitimate choice for many engaging in love and partnership.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #28,794, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 28796 expiate
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