Marriage License
/ˈmærɪdʒ ˈlaɪsəns/
Definitions
- (n.) An official document issued by a governmental authority authorizing two individuals to marry.
They obtained a marriage license before their wedding ceremony.
Forms
- marriage license
- marriage licenses
Related terms
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Commentary
A marriage license is distinct from a marriage certificate; the license permits the marriage, while the certificate records the marriage.
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