matchmaking Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun mediation in order to bring about a marriage between others

WordNet


Match"mak`ing noun
Definitions
  1. The act or process of making matches for kindling or burning.
  2. The act or process of trying to bring about a marriage for others.
Match"mak`ing adjective
Definitions
  1. Busy in making or contriving marriages; as, a matchmaking woman.

Webster 1913