What is another word for civil partnership?
Pronunciation: [sˈɪvə͡l pˈɑːtnəʃˌɪp] (IPA) 
Civil partnership is a legal union or agreement between two individuals which grants them the same legal rights as a married couple. It is a term that has gained popularity in recent years as same-sex couples have sought legal recognition for their relationships. However, civil partnership is not the only term that can be used to describe this type of relationship. Other synonyms for civil partnership include domestic partnership, union, civil union, registered partnership, and civil marriage. Each of these terms refers to a legal recognition of a committed relationship between two individuals, regardless of their gender, and affords them legal protections and benefits.
