concubinage in Dutch
concubinage in Dutch is buitenechtelijk samenwonen, concubinaat — concubinage means the practice, recognised in some historical and legal systems, of a man and a woman living together in a lasting relationship that carries fewer rights than marriage.
concubinage in Dutch
What does "concubinage" mean?
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noun The practice, recognised in some historical and legal systems, of a man and a woman living together in a lasting relationship that carries fewer rights than marriage.
"Roman law drew a clear line between marriage and concubinage."
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noun The state of being a concubine within such an arrangement.
"The novel traces her passage from concubinage to the position of principal wife."
concubinage in a sentence
- Roman law drew a clear line between marriage and concubinage.
- Under the old code, children born of concubinage could not inherit.
- The novel traces her passage from concubinage to the position of principal wife.
Common Dutch translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "concubinage" in Dutch?
"concubinage" in Dutch is buitenechtelijk samenwonen, concubinaat. concubinage means: The practice, recognised in some historical and legal systems, of a man and a woman living together in a lasting relationship that carries fewer rights than marriage.
How do you use "concubinage" in a sentence?
Example: "Roman law drew a clear line between marriage and concubinage." In Dutch, "concubinage" is buitenechtelijk samenwonen, concubinaat.
Are there other ways to say "concubinage" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 2 translations listed for "concubinage": buitenechtelijk samenwonen, concubinaat.