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Marital

/ˈmɛrɪtəl/
adjectiveCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
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  1. 1

    Relating to marriage or the relationship between married people.

    "The couple attended marital counseling to improve their relationship."
  2. 2

    Pertaining to the state of being married.

    "They celebrated their marital anniversary with a grand party."

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The word 'marital' originates from the Latin word 'maritalis', which means 'of marriage'. It evolved through Middle English, reflecting the legal and social aspects of marriage in various cultures.

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