betrothed

/bɪˈtroʊðd/
adjective
  1. Formally promised to be married; engaged.
    • The betrothed couple looked very happy together.
    • In the play, the betrothed princess waited for her fiancé to return from war.
    • She wore a simple ring given by her betrothed partner.
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noun
  1. The person to whom one is engaged to be married.
    • He introduced his betrothed to his entire family.
    • The betrothed exchanged gifts before the wedding ceremony.
    • Her betrothed sent her letters every week while he was away.
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