premarital
/ˌprɛməˈrɪtəl/Definitions
1. adjective
occurring or existing before marriage
“The couple decided to wait for a premarital counseling session before exchanging their vows.”
2. noun
a period of time before marriage
“The premarital period is a crucial time for couples to work on their communication and financial planning.”
3. adverb
in a manner that occurs or exists before marriage
“She advised her niece to be premarital and plan her finances wisely before marriage.”