US /ˈbɹaɪd(ə)l/ UK /ˈbraɪ.dl̩/
adj Freq #11505

Meanings

  1. 1
    adj

    of or pertaining to a bride

    Bridal gown.

  2. 2
    adj

    of or relating to a wedding

    Bridal procession.

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Synonyms
2 adj · of or relating to a wedding spousal
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Word family
Related forms bridechamberbridegroom

Etymology

From Middle English bridale, from Old English brȳdealo (“wedding ale; wedding feast”). The attributive usage was strengthened by association with bride + -al.

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