preceremonial
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English
[edit]Etymology
[edit]pre- + ceremonial
Adjective
[edit]preceremonial (not comparable)
- Of sexual intercourse: taking place before the actual ceremony of marriage, but between a couple who are committed to getting married in the future.
- Synonym: premarital
Usage notes
[edit]- Used from a Christian perspective as a less disapproving alternative to "premarital".