Polygamy ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Polygamy ( noun )

1. The practice or condition of having more than one spouse at one time.
2. The practice or condition of having multiple mates, either simultaneously or sequentially.

Origin:

From greek πολυγαμία (polygamia), from πολύς (polus, "many") + γάμος (gamos, "marriage").

Examples:

1. The religious group practiced polygamy and had multiple wives for each man.
2. The biologist studied the evolution of polygamy in insects.
3. The country had laws against polygamy and any form of multiple marriages.
4. The anthropologist found evidence of polygamy in the ancient civilization.
5. The practice of polygamy is considered controversial and is illegal in most countries.

(As a verb)

Polygamy ( verb )

1. The practice or condition of having more than one spouse at one time.
2. The practice or condition of having multiple mates, either simultaneously or sequentially.

Origin:

From greek πολυγαμία (polygamia), from πολύς (polus, "many") + γάμος (gamos, "marriage").

Examples:

1. The religious group practiced polygamy and had multiple wives for each man.
2. The biologist studied the evolution of polygamy in insects.
3. The country had laws against polygamy and any form of multiple marriages.
4. The anthropologist found evidence of polygamy in the ancient civilization.
5. The practice of polygamy is considered controversial and is illegal in most countries.