polygyny

Meanings

• noun

  The practice or custom of a man having more than one wife at the same time.

• noun

  A form of marriage where a man is allowed to have multiple wives.

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Antonyms

monogamy , monogyny , oligogyny , polyandry

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Variants

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polygynies , polygyny

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Etymology

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From Greek polygamia, from polygamos (marrying many women), from polys 'many' + gamos 'marriage'.

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Trivia

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1. Polygyny is not the same as polygamy, which refers to the practice of having multiple spouses, regardless of gender.

2. In some cultures, polygyny is practiced as a way to increase social status and wealth.

3. Polygyny has been practiced throughout history, including in ancient Egypt, China, and Rome.

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Related Concepts

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1. monogamy: The practice of a person having only one spouse at any given time.

2. polyandry: The practice of a woman having multiple husbands at the same time.

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Culture

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Polygyny is a cultural practice found in various societies around the world, particularly in Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Asia. It is often associated with religious or traditional beliefs and can have significant social and economic implications.

How to Memorize "polygyny"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a man with multiple wives living in the same household.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the concept of having multiple spouses.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word as 'poly' meaning many and 'gyny' meaning wives.

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