Banns Definition

banns
noun
  1. a public announcement of a proposed marriage

"Banns" in song lyrics

See how banns is used in real songs:

  • "wedding banns"
    AOL — AOL
  • "md calvert co church banns"
    AOL — AOL
  • "md calvert co st john's episcopal church banns 1800"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "banns"

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