Definition
Definition of handfast - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
agreementDated UK formal agreement confirmed by a handshakeDated UK
- The couple entered into a handfast before their wedding.
2.
marriageDated UK betrothal or espousal contractDated UK
- Their handfast was celebrated with a small ceremony.
Adjective
1.
betrothedDated UK bound by a contract or betrothalDated UK
- They were handfast and soon to be wed.
2.
steadfastDated strong and unwavering in commitmentDated
- Her handfast loyalty was admired by all.
Origin of handfast
Old English, hand (hand) + fæst (firm)
Examples of handfast in a sentence
They sealed the deal with a handfast. Their handfast was sealed with a handshake. The couple's handfast was announced in the village. The couple was handfast in a private ceremony. They remained handfast despite the challenges. His handfast dedication to the cause was inspiring.
The team's handfast unity led them to victory.
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- French:accord, fiancé, ...
- German:Handschlagabkommen, verlobt, ...
- Italian:accordo, promesso sposo, ...
- Spanish:trato, comprometido, ...
- Portuguese:acordo, prometido, ...
- Chinese:握手协议, 受契约约束的, ...
- Japanese:ハンドファスト, 婚約した, ...
- Arabic:اتِّفاق بِالمُصافَحة, مخطوب, ...
- Hebrew:הֶסְכֵּם, מְאוּרָס, ...
- Russian:соглашение, обрученный, ...
- Ukrainian:угода, заручений, ...
- Hindi:हैंडफास्ट, सगाई, ...
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