Used in a Sentence

honeymoon

Definitions, parts of speech, synonyms, and sentence examples for honeymoon.

Editorial note

At least with regard to JS, it seems to me like the honeymoon is just beginning.

Examples16
Definitions4
Parts of speech2

Quick take

The period of time immediately following a marriage.

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of honeymoon gathered in one view.

noun

The period of time immediately following a marriage.

noun

A trip taken by a newly married couple during this period.

verb

To have a honeymoon (a trip taken by a couple after wedding).

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for honeymoon.

noun

The period of time immediately following a marriage.

noun

A trip taken by a newly married couple during this period.

verb

To have a honeymoon (a trip taken by a couple after wedding).

noun

(by extension) A period of goodwill at the beginning of a new term or relationship (e.g. towards a newly elected politician or in respect of a new business arrangement).

Example sentences

1

At least with regard to JS, it seems to me like the honeymoon is just beginning.

2

Went to Japan on my honeymoon and totally forgot the name of one of my favorite ramen meals--Ichiran!

3

Kyoto was vetoed by Harry Stimson, the Secretary of War, who liked the place (and apparently had his honeymoon there).

4

The tl;dr is manage the issue of payments during the honeymoon don't wait for the divorce.

5

It grows slowly and retains that old familiar feeling during the honeymoon of its existence.

6

I liked the concept of honeymoon registry, that is one travel friends and family do not have problem sponsoring.

7

In all seriousness, could they cross-reference dates in G+ posts and photos to see that you mentioned being on your honeymoon when it was taken?

8

Ryan Davis from Giantbomb also died suddenly while on his honeymoon.

9

The honeymoon with Ruby, Python and JS seems to be over.

10

Sounds like you're still in the honeymoon phase, if I may be so cynical.

11

Sam and Alexis are trying to spin Steve coming back as the second coming, but it's pretty clear that Reddit's honeymoon period with their userbase is over.

12

There's the Google Search looking for good place to stay on a honeymoon, the email or hangout message sent to the SO mentioning it, the calendar event, etc.

Quote examples

1

So if you used iPhoto to tag your set "honeymoon" it will pick that up.

2

I've found that I've often wanted to learn something new, but after the "honeymoon" phase, the novelty wears off and I don't sustain the discipline required.

3

"Skip the reception; spend it on the honeymoon" implies that the boys aren't going to listen to "Boys, don't get married, ever".

4

>There’s no way Google will know that “Trip to Thailand” should actually be labeled “Honeymoon” i wonder how much longer this will be true.

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use honeymoon in a sentence?

At least with regard to JS, it seems to me like the honeymoon is just beginning.

What does honeymoon mean?

The period of time immediately following a marriage.

What part of speech is honeymoon?

honeymoon is commonly used as noun, verb.