MARITAGE

Noun Verb Adjective

Definition

MARITAGE Maritage (noun): the act of marriage or the state of being married; maritages (plural), maritaging (present participle), maritaged (past tense), maritager (one who marries), maritagest (superlative), maritagely (adverb). Rephrased definition: Maritage refers to the union or relationship between two individuals who are married, with the various forms of the word describing different aspects of that relationship.

Word Analysis

  • Part of Speech: Noun
  • Word Length: 8 letters
  • Pronunciation: Pronounced as written, following standard English pronunciation patterns.

Usage and Context

The word MARITAGE can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon. Understanding words like this helps expand vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity and richness of the English language.

Learning Tip

Many words in the Scrabble dictionary originate from specialized fields (such as science, medicine, geography), historical periods, or other languages. Learning these words helps you understand how English has evolved over time and continues to incorporate new terms from around the world. Words like MARITAGE demonstrate the complexity and richness of English vocabulary.

Scrabble Information

Word: MARITAGE

Length: 8 letters

Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS

Status: Official Scrabble word

Usage

The word MARITAGE can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.