bespoken

/ˈbɛspəkən, ˈbɛspɔːkən/

Definitions

1. verb

to be or become engaged to be married

“The couple had been bespoken for five years before they got married.”

2. noun

a person who is engaged to be married

“The bespoken couple looked happy on their wedding day.”

3. adjective

engaged to be married

“The bespoken couple took their engagement photos.”

Synonyms

  • engaged
  • fiancé(e)
  • promised

Antonyms

  • free
  • single
  • unattached