betrothed
English
Etymology
From Middle English, equivalent to betroth + -ed.
Pronunciation
Verb
betrothed
- simple past and past participle of betroth
- 1901, American Standard Version of the Bible, Luke 1:27[1]
- A virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph.
- 1901, American Standard Version of the Bible, Luke 1:27[1]
Translations
past of betroth
Adjective
betrothed (comparative more betrothed, superlative most betrothed)
Translations
engaged — see engaged
Noun
betrothed (plural betrotheds)
Translations
fiancé or fiancée
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