Marriage License (Noun)
Meaning
A license authorizing two people to marry.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The couple applied for a marriage license at the county clerk's office before their wedding.
- To obtain a marriage license, the couple had to provide proof of age and identification.
- The marriage license was valid for 30 days, so they had to get married within that timeframe.
- After filling out the application, they received their marriage license and were free to get married.
- The marriage license was a requirement for the ceremony, so they made sure to bring it with them.