noun
Meaning 1
In some cultures, a sum of money or other valuables paid by a bridegroom or on his behalf to the family of the bride.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: bride gift, bride-gift, bridegift, bride wealth, bride-wealth, bridewealth, bride token, dower, reverse dowry, dowry
Antonyms: dowry
Broader terms: marriage-portion, price, fee, gift