betrothment
Example Sentences
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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 Jean Paul Friedrich Richter
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 Harriet Martineau
This betrothment of children, and all their other miserable arts, shall not save them.
From The Childhood of King Erik Menved An Historical Romance by Bernhard Severin Ingemann
Her early betrothment to King Erik Christopherson had been one of the conditions of his release from Nordborg Castle, after he was taken prisoner in the war with Duke Waldemar's father.
From The Childhood of King Erik Menved An Historical Romance by Bernhard Severin Ingemann
One thing, however, is strictly forbidden, and if in this instance they prove contumacious, the betrothment is instantly broken and the pair are never united, and thenceforward bear an evil reputation amongst their sect.
From The Zincali: an account of the gypsies of Spain by George Henry Borrow
