handfast

Meanings

• noun

  A ceremonial binding or pledging of two people, often in marriage or a committed relationship.

  - "They handfasted in the forest, surrounded by their loved ones."
  - "The handfasting ceremony included the exchange of tokens and vows."

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Variants

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handfast , handfasts

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Etymology

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Originally from Old English 'hand fæstan' meaning 'to bind with the hand'.

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Trivia

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1. Handfasting ceremonies often included jumping over a broomstick or a bed for fertility and good luck.

2. The term 'handfasting' is also used in modern Wiccan and Pagan traditions for commitment ceremonies.

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Related Concepts

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1. Betrothal: The state of being engaged to be married.

2. Marriage: A legally or formally recognized union between two people, typically for life.

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Culture

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In medieval Europe, handfasting was a common practice for betrothed couples, allowing them to live together as husband and wife for a trial period before officially getting married in the church.

How to Memorize "handfast"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize two hands coming together and interlocking fingers, symbolizing the bond of handfasting.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'handfast' with the concept of commitment and partnership.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Handfast: Two hands joining together in a bond'.

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