having promised to marry somebody
đã hứa sẽ cưới ai đó
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the person that somebody has promised to marry
người mà ai đó đã hứa sẽ kết hôn
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Definition of betrothed
betrothedadjective
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/bɪˈtrəʊðd//bɪˈtrəʊðd/The word "betrothed" originates from the Old French word "betrothed," which itself comes from the Old French verb "betrother," meaning "to promise in marriage." "Betrother" is derived from the Latin word "tradere," meaning "to deliver, to hand over." This reflects the ancient custom of a father "handing over" his daughter to her future husband during a betrothal ceremony. The word "betrothed" first appeared in English in the 14th century, emphasizing the commitment and promise inherent in the engagement.
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