civil marriageglossary / civil marriage A wedding ceremony conducted by an official, such as a judge, or by some other authorized person — as distinguished from one solemnized by a member of the clergy. [Cases: Marriage 27. C.J.S. Marriage § 31.] 词条贡献者 双语律师Jenna,国际知名法学院环境法专业,擅长翻译各类与环境、社会及管治 (ESG)相关的法律文件。