honeymoon

English

/ˈhʌn.iˌmun/

noun
Definitions
  • The period of time immediately following a marriage.
  • A trip taken by a newly married couple during this period.
  • A period of goodwill at the beginning of a new term or relationship (e.g. towards a newly elected politician or in respect of a new business arrangement).

Etymology

Com from English honey + English moon.

Origin

English

moon

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