Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shotgun-marriage
noun
/ˈʃɒt.ɡʌn ˈmær.ɪdʒ/
Definition
A hurried marriage that occurs because one partner is pregnant.
Examples
- After finding out she was expecting, they decided to have a shotgun marriage.
- Many fear that a shotgun marriage might not lead to lasting happiness.
Meaning
The term refers to a situation where a couple feels pressured to marry quickly due to an unexpected pregnancy, implying a lack of planning and often a sense of urgency.
Synonyms
- hasty marriage
- forced marriage
- urgent marriage
