espousal
adoption or advocacy, as of a cause or principle.
Sometimes espousals.
a marriage ceremony.
an engagement or betrothal celebration.
Origin of espousal
1Other words from espousal
- non·es·pous·al, noun
Words Nearby espousal
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How to use espousal in a sentence
General Lee's flight was a sad ending to his earnest hopes and faithful espousal of the cause which he believed right.
The Blue and The Gray | A. R. WhiteThey have embraced the Christian religion, and appear devout in their espousal of Christian doctrines.
Early Western Travels 1748-1846, Volume XXX | Joel PalmerPunch's espousal of the cause of Dreyfus became increasingly vehement and provocative.
Mr. Punch's History of Modern England Vol. IV of IV. | Charles L. GravesHis espousal of the cause of Edgar the Atheling led the Conqueror to regard him with suspicion.
The Cathedral Church of Canterbury [2nd ed.]. | Hartley WithersShe was convinced, in her own mind, that the Honorable Atkins had some hidden motive for his espousal of the Thomas cause.
Cy Whittaker's Place | Joseph C. Lincoln
British Dictionary definitions for espousal
/ (ɪˈspaʊzəl) /
adoption or support: an espousal of new beliefs
(sometimes plural) archaic a marriage or betrothal ceremony
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