Widowerhood
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Widowerhood is a noun meaning The state or period of being a widower.
Meaning
The state or period of being a widower.
Example Sentences
The poor General was in despair! To fall in love at fifty-five, and with such vehemence, is indeed a misfortune! And add to that his widowerhood, his children, his ruined property, his debts, and the woman with whom he had fallen in love! Though Mlle.
Word Forms
- widowerhoods
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include widowership, widowery, widowman, widowity, widow, widower.
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