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betroth

The correct spelling is betroth.

How to pronounce betroth

verb

IPA: /bəˈtɹoʊð/

Say it like: Bet-rot-h

The correct spelling is betroth. To promise to give in marriage. For example: "He betrothed his daughter to a distant relative."

Usage Examples

He betrothed his daughter to a distant relative.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To promise to give in marriage.
  2. 2.To promise to take (as a future spouse); to plight one's troth to.

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