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betrothed

The correct spelling is betrothed.

How to pronounce betrothed

/bɪˈtɹəʊðd/
verb

IPA: /bɪˈtɹəʊðd/

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The correct spelling is betrothed. 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.

Meanings

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.

noun

  1. 1.One who is betrothed, i.e. a fiancé or fiancée.

adjective

  1. 1.Engaged to be married.

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