honeymoon

/həʊˈnuːmən/

Definitions

1. noun

a period of holiday after a wedding, typically spent traveling or relaxing together

“The newlyweds spent their honeymoon in Hawaii.”

2. noun

a period of romantic happiness and togetherness, especially in the early stages of a relationship

“Their whirlwind romance was followed by a blissful honeymoon period.”

3. verb

to celebrate or spend time together in a romantic and leisurely way, especially after a wedding

“They honeymooned in Europe for several weeks.”

4. verb

to be in a state of romantic happiness and togetherness, especially in the early stages of a relationship

“They seem to be honeymooning after their recent engagement.”

Synonyms

  • romantic getaway
  • wedding trip

Antonyms

  • breakup
  • divorce