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Mixed Marriage

By Sheri & Bob Stritof, About.com Guide

Definition: A mixed marriage is the term often applied to a marital union of two individuals from different races or religions.

The term mixed marriage can also describe the marriage of a couple who has different cultural, ethnic, or national heritages or backgrounds.

Also Known As: interfaith marriage, inter-religious marriage, intermarriage, interracial marriage, exogamy, miscegenation
Examples:
Mixed marriages are becoming more acceptable in society.
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