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Meaning of the word betroth in English

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betroth

US /bɪˈtroʊð/
UK /bɪˈtroʊð/
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Verb

1.

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:
engageaffiancepledgepromise
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