Bridal
Bridal (BRY-dəl)
Bridal is a term that pertains to a bride or to a wedding. The term is derived from the Old English 'bryd ealu', which translates to 'bride's ale'. In Old English, 'ale' was a feast, so 'bride's ale' was a wedding feast.
Etymology
The term 'bridal' originates from the Old English 'bryd ealu'. 'Bryd' means bride, and 'ealu' means feast or banquet. Over time, 'bryd ealu' evolved into 'bridal'. The term was first recorded in Middle English in the 14th century.
Related Terms
- Bride: A woman on her wedding day or just before and after the event.
- Wedding: The ceremony where people are united in marriage.
- Marriage: A legally or formally recognized union of two people as partners in a personal relationship.
- Groom: A man on his wedding day, or just before and after the event.
- Bridesmaid: A girl or woman who accompanies the bride on her wedding day.
- Best man: A male friend or relative chosen by a groom to assist him on his wedding day.
Pronunciation
Bridal is pronounced as BRY-dəl.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bridal
- Wikipedia's article - Bridal
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