Can someone tell me the definition of marriage?
marriage |ˈmarij|
noun
the formal union of a man and a woman or another man...or two-three women and a DCM

, typically recognized by law, by which they become husband and wife.
• a similar long-term relationship between partners of the same or similar sex.
• a relationship between married people or the period for which it lasts
Hope this helps.
How are you, Jim?