wife

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Word: Wife

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A "wife" is a married woman. She is a partner in marriage to a man. This means that she has a special relationship with her husband, and they are committed to each other.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use the word "wife" when talking about someone's spouse (the person they are married to).
• It is usually used in the context of family, relationships, and marriage.

Examples:

1. "My wife and I are going to the movies tonight."
2. "He introduced his wife to his friends at the party."

Advanced Usage:

• In some cultures, the term "wife" may also carry specific roles or expectations regarding family and household responsibilities.
• In legal contexts, "wife" can refer to a woman who is recognized by law as married to a particular man.

Word Variants:

• Wifely (adjective): Relating to a wife or the duties of a wife.
  • Example: "She has wifely duties that she takes very seriously."
• Wifedom (noun): The state or condition of being a wife.
  • Example: "She embraced her wifedom with joy."

Different Meanings:

• The word "wife" generally has a straightforward meaning related to marriage. However, it can also be used in a broader sense to describe the female partner in a committed relationship, even if not legally married in some contexts.

Synonyms:

• Spouse
• Partner
• Mrs. (used as a title before a married woman’s last name)
• Better half (informal, affectionate term for one's wife)

Idioms:

• "The wife": This phrase is often used informally to refer to one’s wife, especially in casual conversations.
  • Example: "The wife says we need to clean the garage this weekend."

Phrasal Verbs:

• There aren’t specific phrasal verbs that include the word "wife," but you might hear the expression "take a wife," which means to marry someone.

Summary:

A "wife" is an important role in many families and societies.

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Noun

1. a married woman; a man's partner in marriage

Synonyms

• married woman