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HomeGlossary Itemcommitment ceremony

commitment ceremony

January 17, 2016January 30, 2016 rkanigel 5636 views

A formal, marriage-like ceremony in which two people declare their commitment to each other; individuals can be of the same or different sexes. Ceremonies may be religiously recognized but are not legally binding.
See civil union, domestic partner.Print

REFERENCE: NLGJA Stylebook Supplement on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, & Transgender Terminology
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