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wives

The correct spelling is wives.

How to pronounce wives

/waɪvz/
noun

IPA: /waɪvz/

Say it like: Wiv-es

The correct spelling is wives. A married woman, especially in relation to her spouse. For example: "A new wife for the gander is introduced into the pen."

Usage Examples

A new wife for the gander is introduced into the pen.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A married woman, especially in relation to her spouse.
  2. 2.The female of a pair of mated animals.
  3. 3.An adult female human.
  4. 4.(collective) All females collectively; womankind.
  5. 5.A female person, usually an adult; a (generally adult) female sentient being, whether human, supernatural, elf, alien, etc.

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