Bride

Definition

Bride is a noun that refers to a woman on her wedding day or just before and after the event of marriage. The term is commonly used to identify a woman during her wedding ceremony and within the context of marriage-related celebrations.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /braɪd/
• Respelling: bryde

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /braɪd/
• Respelling: bryde

Etymology

The word "bride" comes from the Old English term "bryd," which means "woman being married." Its origins can be traced to Proto-Germanic "*bruthiz" and is related to similar terms in other Germanic languages, such as Old High German "brūt" and Old Norse "brūðr." This term has historically been associated with marriage customs and ceremonies.

Derivatives

• Bridal (adjective)
• Bridegroom (noun)
• Bride-to-be (noun)
• Bridesmaid (noun)
• Brideless (adjective)

Synonyms

• Fiancée
• Newlywed
• Spouse

Antonyms

• Bridegroom
• Bachelor
• Divorcee

Usage

The term "bride" is widely used in the context of weddings and marriage ceremonies. For example, "The bride wore a beautiful white gown," or "She was a radiant bride at her wedding."

Related Terms

• Groom: A man who is about to be married or has recently been married.
• Wedding: The ceremony where two people are united in marriage.
• Marriage: The legally or formally recognized union of two people as partners in a relationship.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A woman on her wedding day or shortly before and after the event: Used to refer specifically to a woman in the context of her marriage ceremony.
  • Example: "The bride was accompanied by her bridesmaids down the aisle."
• A woman who is about to be married or is newly married: Refers to a woman who is engaged or recently entered into marriage.
  • Example: "Everyone admired the bride and her wedding dress."