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WED-ing/ˈwedɪŋ/

A wedding is the marriage ceremony: a wedding guest, wedding photos, go to a wedding. Marriage is the relationship after; wedding is the day and event. Bride and groom are the couple in traditional talk. Invitation comes before. Do not write weeding (pulling plants) for wedding.

Meaning

The ceremony when two people get married.

Examples

• “We went to my cousin’s wedding in May.”
• “They booked a hall for the wedding reception.”
• “I need a new shirt for Saturday’s wedding.”

Good to know

go to a wedding / wedding photos. After: marriage. Mix-up: weeding (garden).

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