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HANDFASTING

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Handfasting.

Handfasting - as a verb

To pledge; to bind

(obsolete or historical except wicca) to betroth by joining hands, in order to allow for cohabitation before the celebration of marriage; to marry provisionally.

Handfasting - as a noun

The ceremony in which people handfast.

Example Sentences

"They celebrated their union with a traditional handfasting ceremony."
"The couple exchanged vows during the handfasting ceremony."
"Many couples choose to include handfasting in their wedding ceremony."
"The handfasting cord was woven with different colored ribbons."
"Their handfasting ceremony was filled with love and joy."
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Word Game Points

Is HANDFASTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, handfasting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HANDFASTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is HANDFASTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, handfasting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HANDFASTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is HANDFASTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, handfasting is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HANDFASTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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