dowry (Meaning)
dowry (n)
money or property brought by a woman to her husband at marriage
dowry (n.)
A gift; endowment.
The money, goods, or estate, which a woman brings to her husband in marriage; a bride's portion on her marriage. See Note under Dower.
A gift or presents for the bride, on espousal. See Dower.
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dowry Sentence Examples
- Dowry is the traditional payment given by the bride's family to the groom or his family at the time of marriage.
- The dowry system is still practiced in many parts of the world, particularly in South Asia and Africa.
- The amount of dowry can vary widely depending on the culture and economic status of the families involved.
- In some cases, the dowry can be a significant financial burden for the bride's family.
- The dowry system has been criticized for being discriminatory against women and for perpetuating gender inequality.
- Some countries have laws prohibiting the payment of dowry, but the practice continues to take place in many areas.
- The dowry system is often seen as a way to compensate the groom's family for the loss of the bride's income and services after she marries.
- In some cultures, the dowry is also seen as a way to ensure that the bride is financially secure in the event of a divorce.
- The dowry system can be a source of conflict between families and can lead to violence against women.
- There are many organizations working to end the dowry system and to promote gender equality.
FAQs About the word dowry
money or property brought by a woman to her husband at marriageA gift; endowment., The money, goods, or estate, which a woman brings to her husband in marriage;
alms, present, donation, tithe, endowment, gift,dower, contribution, presentation, bonus
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Dowry is the traditional payment given by the bride's family to the groom or his family at the time of marriage.
The dowry system is still practiced in many parts of the world, particularly in South Asia and Africa.
The amount of dowry can vary widely depending on the culture and economic status of the families involved.
In some cases, the dowry can be a significant financial burden for the bride's family.
