Marriage Registration
/ˈmærɪdʒ ˌrɛdʒɪˈstreɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The official recording of a marriage by a government authority to recognize its legal validity.
Couples must complete marriage registration to have their union legally recognized.
Forms
- marriage registration
- marriages registration
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Commentary
Marriage registration formalizes the legal status of a marriage and is often a prerequisite for obtaining related legal rights and benefits.
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