Word: Marry
Pronunciation
/ˈmæri/
Definitions
- Verb: (v) To unite in marriage; to take someone as a husband or wife. For example: “They decided to marry after a long engagement.”
- Verb: (v) To join or combine two things inseparably. For example: “The chef marries sweet and savory flavors in his dishes.”
- Verb: (archaic) To give (a woman) in marriage.
Phrases
- “Marry someone off” means to arrange for someone to get married, often with a sense of urgency or without their full consent.
- “To be/get married to someone” refers to the act of being united in marriage with someone.
- “Marry in haste, repent at leisure” is a proverb warning against rushing into marriage without due consideration.
Example Sentences
- Verb (marriage): “After dating for several years, they finally decided to marry.”
- Verb (combine): “The artist’s work marries traditional techniques with modern aesthetics.”
- Archival use: “In ancient times, daughters were often married off to forge political alliances.”