betrothment
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The story of this betrothment at Erlingsen’s will explain what I have just said.
From Feats on the Fiord The third book in "The Playfellow" by Martineau, Harriet
In Norway, this betrothment gives the couple a certain dignity beyond that of the unengaged, and more liberty of companionship, together with certain rights in law.
From Feats on the Fiord The third book in "The Playfellow" by Martineau, Harriet
An object which had finally been frustrated, notwithstanding the vigilance of the English fleet, by the safe arrival of Mary in France, and her solemn betrothment to the dauphin.
From Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth by Aikin, Lucy
The friendly, flattering Minister—he presented, as a proof of it, a valuable saddle to the Captain—informed him of Rabette's visit, and gave hints about betrothment and the like.
From Titan: A Romance v. 1 (of 2) by Richter, Jean Paul Friedrich
The act of betrothing, or the fact of being betrothed; a mutual promise, engagement, or contract for a future marriage between the persons betrothed; betrothment; affiance.
From Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) by Webster, Noah
