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  • noun A woman who is soon to be married.

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  • noun a woman who is engaged to be married

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Examples

  • Oh dear … Hoopster Richard Jefferson has been crowned Cad of The Week after the San Antonio Spurs star caught a case of cold feet and dumped his gorgeous bride-to-be just hours before their wedding — via email!!

    Nicole Richie Fires Manager Benny Medina 2009

  • A bride-to-be wants to tie little pink bows to the pews for her wedding.

    What's Your Problem? 2009

  • The Mirror reports that royal bride-to-be Kate Middleton is expected to follow tradition by having her wedding bouquet placed on the tomb of Britain's Unknown Warrior.

    Praise for Prince William, Kate's bouquet and more Autumn Brewington 2011

  • The bride-to-be will sleep in the Royal Suite of the Goring Hotel, People reports.

    Where Will Kate Middleton Be the Last Night She's Single? 2011

  • Upon signing a marriage contract, if the lawyer asked to kiss the bride-to-be's hand, she could allow him to do so—after a rapid glance at her mother and her fiance to check she had their approval.

    A Nation Holding Out for a Hero Lennox Morrison 2011

  • My African Queen bride-to-be would need a venue fit for royalty.

    My Fair Wedding David Tutera 2011

  • Meanwhile, her fiancé, Rob, was happy to go along with anything his bride-to-be wanted.

    My Fair Wedding David Tutera 2011

  • To all of my girls, whether you are a bride or a bride-to-be, remember to always dream about your fantasy wedding.

    My Fair Wedding David Tutera 2011

  • She immediately introduced me to her future husband, Anthony, and I could tell that he absolutely adored his bride-to-be.

    My Fair Wedding David Tutera 2011

  • Freddie Bourne with his bride-to-be Heidi Withers.

    Freddie Bourne and the fine art of the publicity stunt 2011

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