Wedding

Ceremony or celebration marking the beginning of marriage.

nuptials marriage ceremony

A wedding is a ceremony or celebration marking the beginning of marriage. It typically involves vows, rings, and a reception.

/ˈwɛdɪŋ/

From Old English weddian, meaning 'to marry' or 'to pledge'.

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ceremony social event

elopement civil ceremony religious wedding

bride groom rings vows reception

marriage

celebration ceremonial social event