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civil union
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civil union
n.
A legal union of a same-sex couple, sanctioned by a civil authority.
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Noun1.civil union - a voluntary union for life (or until divorce) of adult parties of the same sex; "parties to a civil union have all the same benefits, protections, and responsibilities under Vermont law as spouses in a marriage"
law, jurisprudence - the collection of rules imposed by authority; "civilization presupposes respect for the law"; "the great problem for jurisprudence to allow freedom while enforcing order"
marital status - the condition of being married or unmarried
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Australia said Thursday it would not overturn laws allowing the first same-sex civil unions, in a surprise move that enshrined gay "marriages" in the country.
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Obama has said he believes marriage is a sacred union between a man and woman, though supports same-sex civil unions, and describes himself as a "fierce advocate" of gay and lesbian rights.
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