A gift traditionally given to a bride by her husband on the morning (or day) after their marriage.
Origin
Mid 16th century. From morning + gift, after moryeve, morwyngift. In some instances apparently used to render the corresponding word in other Germanic languages.
Definition of morning gift in US English:
morning gift
nounˈmɔːnɪŋ ɡɪft
Scottish
A gift traditionally given to a bride by her husband on the morning (or day) after their marriage.
Origin
Mid 16th century. From morning + gift, after moryeve, morwyngift. In some instances apparently used to render the corresponding word in other Germanic languages.