Conjugal
(adjective)
Relating to or characteristic of marriage or the relationship between spouses.
Origin:
The word 'conjugal' comes from the latin word 'conjugare' meaning 'to join or yoke together.
Examples:
- The couple had a strong and loving conjugal relationship.
- Conjugal rights are the legal rights of a spouse in a marriage.
- The conjugal visit was the only time the prisoner was allowed to see his family.
- The couple shared a deep sense of trust and affection that was the foundation of their conjugal relationship.
- The conjugal bed was the only place in the home where they could be completely relaxed and at peace.