Definition

A woman who is getting married or has just been married.

Example

The bride looked beautiful in her wedding dress.

Conversation

Did you see how beautiful the bride looked at the wedding yesterday?

I know, right? She was absolutely stunning!

I loved her dress; it was so elegant and unique.

Totally! It really suited her style perfectly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'bride' originates from Old English 'bryd', meaning a woman on her wedding day or just married. It is related to the Old Norse 'brúðr', which also means bride. The term has consistently referred to a woman in the context of marriage throughout its history.

Memory Tip

Think of a woman on her wedding day, as 'bride' has always meant a woman who is getting married.

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