Divorcements

/dɪˈvɔːrsməts/ noun

Definition

Multiple instances or cases of legal marriage dissolution.

Etymology

Plural of divorcement, from divorce plus -ment suffix.

Kelly Says

Historical records of royal 'divorcements' reveal how marriage laws were literally written around the desires of powerful men—what was impossible for commoners became possible for kings.

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