same-sex marriage
Gender-neutral wedlock
Same-sex marriage is a legally recognized marriage between two people of the same sex.
The term emerged as legal recognition expanded in the late 20th and early 21st centuries: Same-sex marriage became legal nationwide in 2015.
Also called gay marriage, though same-sex marriage is the more formal term in legal and political contexts.
- Obergefell v. HodgesRuling legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide
- right to marryFreedom to wed legally
- civil unionLegal spousal alternative
- domestic partnerCommitted unmarried cohabitant
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