marriage license

noun

: a legal document that is needed for a marriage to occur

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“Marriage license.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/marriage%20license. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

Legal Definition

marriage license

noun
: a written authorization for the marriage of two named people that is granted by a legally qualified government official
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