Wedding Words

Whether there’s something old, new, borrowed or blue to mark the occasion, everyone loves a wedding.


Check out this quiz to see if you know the meaning of these wedding words!

Credit: Reader's Digest Magazine

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1. nosegay
a) medieval love potion
b) a little bouquet of flowers
c) life of the party

2. hanfast
a) a contract, particularly one of betrothal or marriage
b) special box to hold wedding rings
c) part of a groomsman’s formal wear

3. baguette
a) a small purse carried by bride
b) a rectangular cut of gem
c) table to hold a feast

4. frippery
a) unconventional or unusual celebration
b) outlandish or silly antics
c) extraneous ornamentation on clothing

5. felicity
a) congratulations for newlyweds
b) great contentment or joy
c) abundance of gifts

6. gabble
a) to speak unintelligibly or jabber
b) overindulge in food and alcohol
c)  walk unsteadily or nervously

7. trousseau
a) an old-fashioned horse-drawn carriage
b) members of the wedding party
c) a bride’s belongings

8. connubial
a) tenderly affectionate
b) concerning the state  of matrimony
c) young or fresh-faced

9. kith
a) a stringed instrument played during recessional
b) type of glazed fruit cake
c) friends or acquaintances

10. nava
a) a church’s central area
b) best man or principal groomsman
c) blessing of peace and prosperity

11. buss
a) to polish
b) serve
c) kiss

12. quaff
a) to profess eternal love
b) guzzle or swig a beverage
c) poke fun, especially during a toast

13. curio
a) a pledge of fidelity
b) odd or uncommon item
c) flowing train of fabric

14. sapid
a) flovourful or appetizing
b) quiet, timid or tremulous in speech
c) full of passion and ardour

ANSWERS:
1. B
2. A
3. B
4. C
5. B
6. A
7. C

8. B
9. C
10. A
11. C
12. B
13. B
14. A

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