bride

noun

: a woman just married or about to be married

Examples of bride in a Sentence

the mother of the bride
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Today, his brand is a staple among brides who are preparing for their big day. Pooja Shah, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025 As many brides do, the Growing Up Hip Hop: New York star handled the majority of the wedding planning including choosing the venue. Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 28 May 2025 In a photo shared by the outlet on Instagram, the new bride and Hilton can be seen posing together in front of a frescoed wall at the Bellosguardo Estate in Santa Barbara, where the wedding took place. Erin Clack, People.com, 27 May 2025 The bride completed the look with a long cathedral veil. Ilaria Perrotta, Glamour, 26 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for bride

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English brȳd; akin to Old High German brūt bride

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bride was before the 12th century

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“Bride.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bride. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.

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bride

noun
: a woman just married or about to be married

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