Hypergamy definition

hī-pûrgə-mē
The practice of marrying into an equal or more prestigious social group or caste.
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Marriage with a person of a higher social class or position.
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Act or practice of seeking a spouse of higher socioeconomic status, or caste status than oneself.
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Origin of hypergamy

  • From hyper- +‎ -gamy

    From Wiktionary