Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
church-wedding
noun
/ˈtʃɜːrtʃ ˈwɛdɪŋ/
Definition
A wedding ceremony that takes place in a church.
Examples
- John and Emily had a beautiful church-wedding last summer.
- The church-wedding was attended by many family members and friends.
- She dreamt of a fairy-tale church-wedding since she was a child.
Meaning
A church-wedding is a formal marriage ceremony held in a church, often featuring religious rites and rituals.
Synonyms
- religious wedding
- ceremonial wedding
- liturgical wedding