polyamory
English
Etymology
From poly- (from Ancient Greek πολύς (polús, “many”)) + Latin amor (“love”) + -y.
Pronunciation
- (UK) IPA(key): /ˌpɒliˈæm(ə)ɹi/
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Noun
polyamory (usually uncountable, plural polyamories)
- Any of various practices involving romantic or sexual relationships with multiple partners with the knowledge and consent of all involved.
- 1992, Deborah M. Anapol, Love without limits, page 4
- Some of these are poly intimacy, polyamory, polygamy, omnigamy, multimate, multiple adult relationship, combo, cellular family, expanded family, nonexclusive relationship, intimate friendship and inclusive relationship.
- 1992, Deborah M. Anapol, Love without limits, page 4
Alternative forms
- polyamoury (rare)
Related terms
- polyamorous
- polyfidelity
Translations
practices involving relationships with multiple partners
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See also
- polyandry
- polygamy
- polygyny
- monoamory
- monogamy
- relationship anarchy
Further reading
- A discussion of various senses of the term