marriage
Translation
marriage, wedding, union
Examples
They have a very happy marriage.
They have a very happy marriage.
Their marriage took place last year.
Their marriage took place last year.
The design is a marriage of style and function.
The design is a marriage of style and function.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) marriage the relationship or institution They have a very happy marriage.
marriage of ((sth.)) and ((sth.)) a combination of things The design is a marriage of style and function.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wedding, union, matrimony; Antonyms: divorce, separation
Etymology
From Old French 'mariage', from the verb 'marier' (to marry).
Memory Tips
Think of the verb 'marry' and add the noun suffix '-age', which often denotes a state or collection (like baggage, postage).