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单词 penny wedding
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Definition of penny wedding in English:

penny wedding

noun
British Regional, Scottish historical
  • A wedding at which each of the guests contributes money to the expenses of the entertainment and to the setting up of the newly-married couple (formerly customary among the less well-off in Scotland, Wales, etc.).

Origin

Late 17th century.

 
 

Definition of penny wedding in US English:

penny wedding

noun
British Regional, Scottish historical
  • A wedding at which each of the guests contributes money to the expenses of the entertainment and to the setting up of the newly-married couple (formerly customary among the less well-off in Scotland, Wales, etc.).

Origin

Late 17th century.

 
 
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