Parts of Speech: noun
Definition: plural form of wife, referring to more than one married woman.
Pronunciations: US: /waɪvz/, UK: /waɪvz/
Origin and Usage: The word "wives" originated from the Old English word "wif", meaning woman or wife. It has been in use since the 12th century and is commonly used in modern English to refer to more than one married woman.
Synonyms: spouses, partners, better halves, significant others, mates.
Related Words: woman, bride, groom, spouse, lover.
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