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Consummation (Noun)

The completion of marriage by sexual intercourse.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The church taught that the consummation of a marriage was a necessary part of its validity, without which it could be annulled.
In some cultures, the consummation of a marriage is marked by the display of bloody sheets, which serve as proof of the bride's virginity.
The couple's decision to delay consummation of their marriage until they felt emotionally ready was seen as unconventional by their friends and family.
According to legend, the consummation of the marriage between the famous king and queen was marked by a grand ceremony and public celebrations.
In the eyes of the law, the consummation of a marriage is often seen as the final step in the marital process, after which the union is considered binding and irrevocable.