Definitions for "Espousal"
The act of espousing or betrothing; especially, in the plural, betrothal; plighting of the troths; a contract of marriage; sometimes, the marriage ceremony.
the act of becoming betrothed or engaged
a dreary absorption of brilliancy
The uniting or allying one's self with anything; maintenance; adoption; as, the espousal of a quarrel.
the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception; "its adoption by society"; "the proposal found wide acceptance"
A promise to marry, expresed in the future tense
archaic terms for a wedding or wedding feast