Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dowry
Noun
/ˈdaʊəri/
Definition
A dowry is property or money brought by a bride to her husband on their marriage.
Examples
- The bride’s family prepared a generous dowry to help her start her new life.
- In some cultures, the size of the dowry can influence the marriage negotiations.
- The dowry included jewelry, land, and a sum of money.
Meaning
In many cultures, a dowry is a transfer of parental property, wealth, or goods that occurs at the marriage of a daughter.
Synonyms
- bride-price
- marriage portion
- settlement
