white marriage en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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Etymology
Calque of French mariage blanc. “White” is the traditional symbol of purity and therefore of virginity. It may also refer to the absence of hymenal blood on the couple’s sheets.
Meanings
- (idiomatic) An unconsummated marriage.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| white marriages | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Hyponyms
Relateds
marriage of convenience · white wedding
Translations (5)
cmn 不同房的婚姻 (unconsummated marriage) · pl białe małżeństwo (unconsummated marriage) · it matrimonio in bianco (unconsummated marriage) · fr mariage blanc (unconsummated marriage) · fi seksitön avioliitto (unconsummated marriage)