marriage marriage /ˈmɛrɪdʒ/

noun

1. () The state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)  ( spousal relationship , union , wedlock , marriage , matrimony )
   the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)
    A long and happy marriage
   a long and happy marriage
    God bless this union
   God bless this union
   
   
2. () Two people who are married to each other  ( man and wife , married couple , marriage )
   two people who are married to each other
    His second marriage was happier than the first
   his second marriage was happier than the first
    A married couple without love
   a married couple without love
   
   
3. () The act of marrying; the nuptial ceremony  ( marriage ceremony , wedding , marriage )
   the act of marrying; the nuptial ceremony
    Their marriage was conducted in the chapel
   their marriage was conducted in the chapel
   
   
4. A close and intimate union  ( marriage )
   a close and intimate union
    The marriage of music and dance
   the marriage of music and dance
    A marriage of ideas
   a marriage of ideas