Definition

Noun: - A present given to someone who is getting married. It is a gift specifically intended to celebrate a marriage, often given to the couple at or around the time of their wedding ceremony.

Usage

A "wedding gift" is typically given by guests, friends, or family members to the newly married couple. It is a common social custom to help the couple establish their new home together. The gift can be a physical item, money, or an experience.

Examples

• Noun:
  • We bought them a set of fine china as a wedding gift.
  • Did you remember to send a wedding gift to the couple?
  • The most memorable wedding gift they received was a handmade quilt from their grandmother.

Advanced Usage

• "To register for wedding gifts": This refers to the common practice where a couple creates a list of desired items (a gift registry) at one or more stores to guide guests in their gift selection.
  • The couple has registered for wedding gifts at a department store.

Variants and Related Words

• Wedding present: A direct synonym for "wedding gift."
• Bridal shower gift: A gift given specifically at a pre-wedding party for the bride.
• Honeymoon fund: A modern alternative where guests contribute money towards the couple's honeymoon trip instead of giving a physical gift.

Synonyms

• Wedding present
• Marriage gift

Related Phrases

• To give a wedding gift
  • All the guests are expected to give a wedding gift.
• To receive a wedding gift
  • They were touched to receive a wedding gift from their old neighbors.

Noun

1. a present given to someone getting married