1 C1 idiomatic neutral
To marry someone who belongs to the same religious, ethnic, or social community as oneself.
"Her family strongly encouraged her to marry in, preferring she choose a partner from the same faith."
inseparable
marry in
C1 neutral inseparable intransitive
To marry someone from within one's own community, religion, or social group.
In plain English
Marry someone who belongs to the same group, religion, or culture as you.
What does "marry in" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Usage tip
Often used in sociological, religious, or anthropological discussions about endogamy. Less common in everyday speech. The proverb 'Marry in, marry out' reflects traditional attitudes. More common in British English than American English.
Words that pair with "marry in"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
faith community religion tribe group family
How to conjugate "marry in"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
marry in
I/you/we/they
3rd person
marries in
he/she/it
Past simple
married in
yesterday
Past participle
married in
have + pp
-ing form
marrying in
continuous
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keep within the community marry within one's group practice endogamy
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