bride
n. countable B1 Intermediate Oxford US //ˈbɹaɪd// UK //bɹˈaɪd// bride
n. a woman on her wedding day or just before it. You use this word to describe her role during the marriage ceremony.
n. a woman on her wedding day or in the period immediately preceding it. Often used in compound nouns such as 'bride-to-be'.
The bride wears a beautiful white dress.
The bride and her father waited at the entrance of the church for the music to start.
Tradition often dictates that the bride remains hidden from the groom until the ceremony begins to ensure good luck for the marriage.