Definition of MATRIMONY

matrimony

Meanings

Plural: matrimonies

Noun

  • the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)
  • the ceremony or sacrament of marriage
  • Marriage; the state of being married.
  • The ceremony of marriage.
  • A particular solitaire card game using two decks of cards.

Origin / Etymology

From Old French matremoine, from Latin mātrimōnium (“marriage, wedlock”), from mātri(s) (“mother”) + -mōnium (“obligation”). By surface analysis, matri- + -mony. Compare patrimony.

Synonyms

marriage, nuptials, spousal relationship, union, wedding, wedlock

Scrabble Score: 16

matrimony is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
matrimony is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
matrimony is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 18

matrimony is a valid Words With Friends word