bride
Translation
bride
Examples
The bride looked beautiful in her white dress.
The bride looked beautiful in her white dress.
Grammar Patterns
((countable noun)) a woman on her wedding day or just before and after the event. The bride looked beautiful in her white dress.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fiancée (before marriage); Antonyms: groom, bridegroom
Etymology
From Old English 'brȳd', of Germanic origin, related to the verb 'to brew', perhaps originally meaning 'daughter-in-law' (the one who made the beer).
Memory Tips
A 'bride' often wears a 'bridal' gown. The 'b' and 'r' sounds are shared.