Bridehouse

/ˈbraɪdˌhaʊs/ noun

Definition

A house, building, or portion of a dwelling prepared or designated for a bride; an archaic term possibly related to bridal chambers or wedding reception spaces.

Etymology

Compound of bride plus house. Rare and archaic; may have referred to a special building for wedding festivities or a bride's residence.

Kelly Says

Some noble families had specific 'bridehouses' where newlywed couples stayed during their first month of marriage while the household adjusted to the bride's arrival—a medieval version of the honeymoon suite.

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