Phrase guide

gay marry

verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To marry (a person of the same sex).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: nonstandard, transitive

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2

verb

Meaning 2

To marry a person of the same sex.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: intransitive

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Meaning relationships

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3

verb

Meaning 3

To unite in a gay marriage; to unite in marriage to someone of the same sex.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • Schwarzenegger Basically Admits He's A Democrat Clearly the governor is angling for an administration job, which he'll accept once he's finished gay marrying the entire state of California.

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History

Etymology

Back-formation from gay marriage.