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mar·riage
/ˈmarij/
noun
noun: marriage; plural noun: marriages
1. the formal union of a man and a woman, typically recognized by law, by which they become husband and wife.
"a happy marriage"
synonyms: wedding, wedding ceremony, marriage ceremony, nuptials, union
antonyms: divorce, separation
-(in some jurisdictions) a formal union between partners of the same sex.
-the state of being married.
"they were celebrating 50 years of marriage"
synonyms: (holy) matrimony, wedlock
2. a combination or mixture of two or more elements.
"a marriage of jazz, pop, blues, and gospel"
synonyms: union, alliance, fusion, mixture, mix, blend, amalgamation, combination, merger
antonyms: separation
-(in pinochle and other card games) a combination of a king and queen of the same suit.