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Meaning of the word betroth in English

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betroth

US /bɪˈtroʊð/

UK /bɪˈtrəʊð/

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Verb

formally engage to be married

Example:

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He was betrothed to the princess at a young age.

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They were betrothed in a traditional ceremony.

Synonym:

engage affiance pledge promise

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