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polygamy

nounfemininetechnicalcommon/puliɡɐˈmiɐ/po·li·ga·mi·a

Definition

1

The practice or custom of having more than one spouse at the same time.

Usage examples

Polygamy is legally recognized in some countries.
The tribe's social structure was based on polygamy.

Antonyms

Common combinations

practice polygamypolygamous marriagesystem of polygamy