Wedlock (8)
'wedlock' is the definition.
(I know that wedlock can be written as marriage)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for marriage that I've seen before include "Formal union" , "Wedlock of alliance" , "Church occasion" , "nuptials" , "'The - - of Figaro'" .)
'wedlock' is the definition.
(I know that wedlock can be written as matrimony)
This is the entire clue.
(Other definitions for matrimony that I've seen before include "State of being married" , "The state of wedlock" , "Nuptials" , "wedding ceremony" .)