Mixed Marriage

Pronunciation: /mɪkst ˈmɛr.ɪdʒ/

Definitions of mixed marriage

noun a marriage between people of different races, religions, or cultures

Example Sentences

A1 My cousin is in a mixed marriage.

A2 They come from different cultural backgrounds, so it's a mixed marriage.

B1 Their families had some reservations about their mixed marriage.

B2 Despite facing challenges, their mixed marriage has strengthened their bond.

C1 The societal attitudes towards mixed marriage have evolved over time.

C2 The couple's decision to enter into a mixed marriage was met with both support and criticism.

Examples of mixed marriage in a Sentence

formal Their union was considered a mixed marriage due to their different cultural backgrounds.

informal They come from different backgrounds, so it's kind of a mixed marriage.

slang Their relationship is like a mixtape - a mixed marriage of different genres.

figurative Their marriage is a blend of traditions, like a beautiful tapestry woven from different threads.

Grammatical Forms of mixed marriage

• past tense: mixed married
• plural: mixed marriages
• comparative: more mixed
• superlative: most mixed
• present tense: mixes marriages
• future tense: will mix marriages
• perfect tense: have mixed marriages
• continuous tense: is mixing marriages
• singular: mixed marriage
• positive degree: mixed marriage
• infinitive: to mix marriages
• gerund: mixing marriages
• participle: mixed marrying

Origin and Evolution of mixed marriage

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'mixed marriage' originated in the context of unions between individuals of different races, religions, or social backgrounds.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe marriages between people of different races or religions, the term 'mixed marriage' has evolved to encompass unions between individuals of diverse backgrounds in a broader sense.