Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
trousseau
noun
/truːˈsoʊ/
Definition
A trousseau refers to the personal belongings collected by a bride for her marriage.
Examples
- She spent months preparing her trousseau, picking out beautiful linens and elegant dresses.
- Traditionally, a trousseau included items like jewelry and wedding attire.
- The bride’s trousseau was showcased at a special party before the wedding ceremony.
Meaning
The term is often used to describe the collection of clothes, accessories, and household items that a bride prepares ahead of her wedding.
Synonyms
- bridal collection
- wedding outfit
- dowry
