noun
prenup
PREE-nuhp
Prenup (noun) means a legal agreement made before marriage setting out how assets would be divided if the marriage ends. Example: “Their lawyers spent weeks drafting the prenup.”
noun
1
A legal agreement made before marriage setting out how assets would be divided if the marriage ends.
"Their lawyers spent weeks drafting the prenup."
2
An informal term for a photoshoot done before a wedding.
"The couple booked a beach location for their prenup photos."
How to use prenup
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe everyday short word for a prenuptial agreement, or casually, pre-wedding photos.
When to use it
Informal; "prenuptial agreement" is the formal legal term.
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Word forms
- Plural
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Etymology
A shortened form of prenuptial (agreement).
Synonyms
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antenuptial agreement
premarital agreement
Frequently asked questions
What does “prenup” mean?
The word “prenup” means a legal agreement made before marriage setting out how assets would be divided if the marriage ends. In plain terms, the everyday short word for a prenuptial agreement, or casually, pre-wedding photos.
How do you pronounce “prenup”?
“Prenup” is pronounced PREE-nuhp (/ˈpɹiːnʌp/ in IPA).
How do you use “prenup” in a sentence?
Here is “prenup” used in a sentence: “Their lawyers spent weeks drafting the prenup.”
What is another word for “prenup”?
Words with a similar meaning to “prenup” include antenuptial agreement and premarital agreement.
What part of speech is “prenup”?
“Prenup” is a noun.
How many meanings does “prenup” have?
“Prenup” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a legal agreement made before marriage setting out how assets would be divided if the marriage ends.
