polygamy
polygamy
Definition
po·lyga·my (pə lig′ə mē, pō-)
po·lyg′a·mist noun
polygamy
Synonyms
polygamy
Law Definition
n
The condition of having more
than a single spouse at one time.
polygamy
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- allow: He pointed out that even in societies which allow polygamy, monogamy is still the most universally prevalent form of marriage.
- condone: Is there any suggestion that TEC would be within its rights in seeking to " deal " with the Nigerians for condoning polygamy?
- outlaw: The Domestic Relations Bill recognizes that marriages in Uganda shall be either monogamous or polygamous bur does not outlaw polygamy.
polygamy Quotes
So though a virgin, yet a bride To every Grace, she justified A chaste polygamy, and died.
In pious times, ere priestcraft did begin, Before polygamy was made a sin.
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