newlywed
UK: ˈnjuːliwed | US: ˈnuːliwed
Definition
n. a person recently married
Structure
newly <recently>wed <married>
Etymology
newlywed = newly<recently> + wed<married>
- newly: Derived from Old English nīwe (new) + adverbial suffix -lice (modern -ly), meaning "recently" or "freshly."
- wed: From Old English weddian (to pledge or marry), related to the Proto-Germanic wadją (pledge). The modern sense retains the core idea of marriage.
Etymology Origin:
The word newlywed combines newly (emphasizing recency) and wed (the act of marriage), creating a term that vividly captures the early stage of matrimony. Its structure reflects a straightforward compounding of two English elements, making it intuitive for learners.
Examples
The newlyweds went on a honeymoon to Bali.
She gave advice to the newlywed couple about managing finances.
The party was held to celebrate the newlyweds.
As a newlywed, he adjusted to sharing his space with his spouse.
The magazine featured tips for newlyweds on building a strong relationship.