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bridal

2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for bridal, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adj — Relating to a bride or to a wedding.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

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How to use bridal

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

bridal gown bridal suite bridal party

Etymology

From Old English brydealo, literally "bride-ale" — the wedding feast at which ale was drunk — later reshaped to look like "bride" plus "-al".

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Frequently asked questions

What does “bridal” mean?

The word “bridal” means relating to a bride or to a wedding. In plain terms, anything to do with a bride or a wedding.

How do you pronounce “bridal”?

“Bridal” is pronounced BREYE-dl (/ˈbɹaɪd(ə)l/ in IPA).

How do you use “bridal” in a sentence?

Here is “bridal” used in a sentence: “She spent the morning trying on bridal gowns.”

What part of speech is “bridal”?

“Bridal” is an adjective.

Where does the word “bridal” come from?

The word “bridal” comes from Old English. From Old English brydealo, literally "bride-ale" — the wedding feast at which ale was drunk — later reshaped to look like "bride" plus "-al".

Is “bridal” a common word?

“Bridal” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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