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handfasting

Pronunciation: [ˈhændˌfæstɪŋ]

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Learn how to use handfasting in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “relationship”

(noun) a traditional way of getting married, often done with a ceremony that involves tying hands together. It’s like saying you want to be together forever, and sometimes it can be kind of like an engagement too.

Example

They celebrated their handfasting under a beautiful tree, promising to love each other.

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Their handfasting did not lead to a lifelong commitment, as they chose to separate later.

Example

What does it mean when people have a handfasting ceremony?

Context: “relationship”

(verb) to form a bond or commitment with someone, similar to a marriage. It’s like making a promise to be together, just like when people get engaged.

Example

They handfasted during the summer solstice, expressing their love for each other.

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They didn’t handfast because they were not ready to make such a serious commitment.

Example

Will they handfast before getting married?

How to pronounce handfasting

Pronunciation: [ˈhændˌfæstɪŋ]

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