Divorce
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Meanings, Synonyms, Etymology, Translations and More
Meaning of Divorce
The judicial dissolution of a marriage releasing the parties from the bonds of matrimony.
Divorce Alternative Definition
The dissolution or partial suspension, by law, of the marriage relation. The dissolution is termed "divorce from the bond of matrimony," or, in the Latin form of the expression, a vinculo matrimonii; the suspension, divorce from bed and board, a mensa et thoro. The former divorce puts an end to the marriage; the latter leaves it in full force. Bish. Mar. & Div. § 292. The term "divorce" is sometimes also applied to a sentence of nullity, which establishes that a supposed or pretended marriage either never existed at all, or at least was voidable at the election of one or both of the parties. The more correct modern usage, however, confineis the signification of divorce to the dissolution of a valid marriage. What has been known as a divorce a mensa et thoro may more properly be termed a legal separation. So, also, a sentence or decree which renders a marriage void o6 initio, and bastardizes the issue, should be distinguished from one which is entirely prospective in its operation; and for that purpose the for-' mer may be termed a "sentence of nullity."
Synonyms of Divorce
verb
annul
annul a marriage
detach
disjoin
dissociate
dissolve of the bonds of matrimony
dissolve the marriage of
disunite
legally discard a spouse
nullify a marriage
part
put asunder
put out of matrimony
put out of wedlock
release from matrimonial status
release from matrimony
release from wedlock
sever
split up
sunder
uncouple
unmarry
unyoke Associated Concepts: separation
noun
annulment of marriage
broken marriage
conclusion
decree of nullity
discidium
dissolution of marriage
dissolution of the marriage bond
disunion
divortium
finality
judgment dissolving a marriage
judicial separation of a husband and wife
legal dissolution of marriage
legal nullification of marriage
legal termination of marriage
repudiation of a marriage
repudium Associated Concepts: absolute divorce
alimony
annulment of marriage
comparative rectitude
custody of children
decree for divorce
divisible divorce
divorce action
divorce proceeding
divorce suit
foreign divorce
grounds for divorce
judgment of divorce
legal separation
limited divorce
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Divorce in Law Enforcement
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Grammar
This term is a noun.
Etimology of Divorce
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late 14c., from Old French divorce (14c.), from Latin divortium "separation, dissolution of marriage," from divertere "to separate, leave one's husband, turn aside" (see divert). Not distinguished in English from legal separation until mid-19c.
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Online translation of the English legal term divorce into Spanish: divorcio (English to Spanish translation). More about legal dictionary from english to spanish online.
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Further Reading
English Legal System: Divorce
In the context of the English law, A Dictionary of Law provides the following legal concept of Divorce:
The legal termination of a marriage and the obligations created by marriage, other than by a decree of nullity or presumption of death. The present law on divorce dates from 1969. Before this, the law required proof of a *matrimonial offence (adultery, cruelty, or desertion of three years). The current law is contained in the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973, which provides that there is only one ground for divorce, namely that the marriage has irretrievably broken dow Proceedings are initiated by either spouse filing a petition for divorce, stating the facts that have led to the marital breakdown and accompanied by a *statement of arrangement for children, (Divorce proceedings may not be started within the first year of a marriage.) Irretrievable breakdown of a marriage may only be evidenced by one of the following five facts:
(1) that the respondent has committed *adultery and the petitioner finds it intolerable to live with the respondent;
(2) that the respondent has behaved in such a way that the petitioner cannot reasonably be expected to live with the respondent (See unreasonable behaviour);
(3) that the respondent has deserted the petitioner for at least two years (See desertion);
(4) that the parties have lived apart for at least two years and the respondent consents to a divorce; or
(5) that the parties have lived apart for at least five years. A respondent in a two-year separation case can apply for a postponement of the divorce until the court is satisfied that the petitioner has made fair and reasonable financial provision for the respondent. In a five-year separation case the court has the power to bar divorce if it believes that grave financial or other hardship would result from the dissolution and that it would be wrong to dissolve the marriage; however, this power is rarely exercised.
Divorce is a two-stage process. The first stage is the granting of a *decree nisi; six weeks later the petitioner may apply for a *decree absolute. The marriage is not terminated until the decree absolute has been granted. Uncontested divorce cases are heard under the *special procedure; the majority of cases are now dealt with in this way. Divorce courts have wide powers under the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973 to make orders in respect of children and to adjust financial and property rights.
See also child protection in divorce; financial provision order; maintenance agreement; property adjustment order.
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Concept of Divorce in the context of Real Property
A short definition of Divorce: The legal dissolution of a marriage, leaving the parties with the results of the marriage (includes alimony, child support, property settlements, etc.) rather than an annulment which puts the parties in the position they were before the marriage.
Concept of Divorce in the context of Real Property
A short definition of Divorce: The legal dissolution of a marriage, leaving the parties with the results of the marriage (includes alimony, child support, property settlements, etc.) rather than an annulment which puts the parties in the position they were before the marriage.
Concept of "Divorce, Divortium"
Traditional meaning of divorce, divortium in English (with some legal use of this latin concept in England and the United States in the XIX Century) [1]: (in Latin) The legal separation of husband and wife, by decree of court. Divorce a vinculo matrimonii (from the tie of marriage): absolute divorce, where the wife has no dower and the parties can marry again. If for a cause existing prior to marriage, the children are bastards. Divorce a mensa et thoro (from bed and board): a legal separation, but the parties may not marry again; see Robinson's Elementary Law Rev. ed.; § 173. There are various kinds of these divorces under modern statutes, frequently called absolute and limited divorce respectively, or total and partial.
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Notes and References
Based on A Concise Law Dictionary of Words, Phrases and Maxims, "Divorce, Divortium", Boston: Little, Brown, and Company, 1911, United States. It is also called the Stimson's Law dictionary. This term and/or definition may be absolete.
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Translation of Divorce
Spanish: Divorcio
French: Divorce
German: Ehescheidung
Italian: Divorzio
Portuguese: Divórcio
Polish: Rozwód
Thesaurus of Divorce
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