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antenuptial

[ an-tee-nuhp-shuhl, ‑chuhl ]

adjective

  1. before marriage.


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Pronunciation Note

See nuptial.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of antenuptial1

First recorded in 1810–20; ante- + nuptial

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Example Sentences

Antenuptial, an-te-nupsh′al, adj. before nuptials or marriage.

The relations both antenuptial and postnuptial are of the most stringent character.

It is quite true that under the Mosaic law antenuptial incontinence was, as was also adultery, punishable with death.

The first question that arises is as to the condition of this contract under evidence—this antenuptial contract.

That leaves us without any antenuptial contract, without any agreement to provide liberally for her in the will.

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