bride price

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

In some cultures, a sum of money or other valuables paid by a bridegroom or on his behalf to the family of the bride.

/ˈbɹaɪd pɹaɪs/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-bride price.wav

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dowry

merchet

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