Monogamy

Word MONOGAMY
Character 8
Hyphenation mo nog a my
Pronunciations /məˈnɑɡəmi/

Definitions and meanings of "Monogamy"

What do we mean by monogamy?

The practice or condition of having a single sexual partner during a period of time. noun

The practice or condition of being married to only one person at a time. noun

The practice of marrying only once in a lifetime. noun

The condition of having only one mate during a breeding season or during the breeding life of a pair. noun

The practice of marrying only once, or the principle which upholds that practice; the principle that forbids remarriage after the death of a former husband or wife: opposed to digamy. See bigamy, 2. noun

The condition of being married to only one person at one time: opposed to bigamy or polygamy. See bigamy, 1. noun

In zoology, the habit of having only one mate; the habit of living in pairs; the paired state. noun

Single marriage; marriage with but one person, husband or wife, at the same time; -- opposed to polygamy. Also, one marriage only during life; -- opposed to deuterogamy. noun

State of being paired with a single mate. noun

A form of sexual bonding involving a permanent pair bond between two beings. noun

Having only one spouse at a time noun

A form of sexual bonding involving a permanent pair bond between two beings.

The practice of being married to one person as opposed to multiple.

The custom or condition of having only one mate in an intimate relationship, of being dedicated to a single partner. Urban Dictionary

Marriage with only one person at a time, and the practice of only having one mate. Urban Dictionary

What happens when your woman "just can't take it anymore", but you want to keep having sex. Urban Dictionary

Monogamy, like bigamy is also defined as having one wife too many. Urban Dictionary

Monogamy means to only have one sexual partner.Humans are usually married for that state, especially men need to marry women since the women have so many other options(mostly thirsty beta males)which they keep as backup, stupid Stacy. If you can get women easily you don't have to worry about that since women are jealous as shit not wanting other women to have you and if she spreads her legs you have options, so be Alpha please. Urban Dictionary

When you are in a relationship and sleep with other people but always tell your significant other about it. Urban Dictionary

Ethical monogamy is the practice of having only one relationship at a time that is carried out in an honest, authentic, genuine, caring and respectful manner. Urban Dictionary

The custom or practice of having one mate at a time. Each relationship may be serious and committed, or not. The term is used in contrast with strict "monogamy", which can imply just one partner over a lifetime. Not to be confused with cereal monogamy. Urban Dictionary

A sexual relationship that doesn't disallow sexual expression or affection with other partners. This may present itself in many forms and many kinds of lifestyles including but not limited to swinging, polyamory, polygamy, open relationships, or simply couples having an occasional -threesome. Yes, even if you romantically kiss only one other person while in a sexual relationship with with someone else, you are exhibiting a behavior that is clearly not monogamy. Urban Dictionary

The custom or practice of eating only one type of cereal at a time. Cereal monogamists view the casual alternation of cereals, or, worse, mixing different cereals in the same bowl, to be simply wrong. Not to be confused with serial monogamy. Urban Dictionary

Synonyms and Antonyms for Monogamy

The word "monogamy" in example sentences

Moral discussions of living together before marriage, and even the word monogamy itself, sound quaint nowadays, relics of a distant past. ❋ John Backman (2011)

To watch this film and somehow see it as an ode to monogamy is to ignore the entire film. ❋ Unknown (2005)

Now, though it be true that Nature's ideal is that which we call monogamy, it may be perfectly true that we have not yet reached that level of morality which makes that condition universally practicable. ❋ W. R. Washington Sullivan (N/A)

There was a time when I would have said that long-term monogamy is the ideal for all couples, and that sex outside of marriage is immoral. ❋ John Backman (2011)

But make no mistake; JL King says monogamy is a fallacy. ❋ Zondra Hughes (2010)

I would say that monogamy is exceedingly rare in human nature as well. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Yet monogamy is exceedingly rare in the natural world … ❋ Unknown (2010)

If monogamy is in fact the goal, and something that we still aspire to - then are we Millennials going to be able to do it? ❋ Jessica Massa (2010)

If he believes in monogamy and you lie about being single ... well, you just manipulated him into violating his own moral code. ❋ Mike Alvear (2010)

In my own life, I've experienced the incredible treasures long-term monogamy can bestow, and I would wish those blessings on anyone. ❋ John Backman (2011)

Indeed, monogamy is itself a social rule that, on your own account, avoids most of the problems. ❋ Unknown (2009)

The degree to which monogamy is exclusive varies with the individuals and the situation. ❋ Unknown (2009)

If I use your debating style, David, then what business does the government have in determining that monogamy is morally (and, by extension, legally) preferable to polygamy? ❋ David (2007)

Others argue that humans are not designed for long-term monogamy, especially these days. ❋ Unknown (2009)

[Monogamy] is a traditional ideal in various societies, yet many people in these societies are not monogamous. Cheating (being involved with someone else, with secrecy and deception) is a destructive way to be [nonmonogamous]. On the other hand, swinging and [polyamory] (types of responsible nonmonogamy based on the knowledge and consent of everyone involved) are viable choices for some people. ❋ Grinning Cat (2008)

Because he didn't want a [threesome], He [showed] to be manogamous. An [orgy] is the the total opposite of monogamy. ❋ Rebeca (2006)

Jen: Do you believe in monogamy? Brad: Why?... Jen: I don't want sex if you don't want to be [monogamous]. Brad: Sure- [monogamy's] my [one true love], honey... Besides you of course. Jen: *awwwwwww* ❋ Mspessimist (2011)

He practiced monogamy. He has [one] [wife]. ❋ Gandalf2349 (2005)

Ey this bitch [Stacy] ended a year old relationship, slept with an [alpha] guy after 20 minutes of meeting him and I had to wait [3 weeks] buying her stuff.All this because she couldn't consider monogamy as an option. ❋ MrSuccessful (2019)

Aldous- yes, i had sex with [other people], but i always told her [about it]. [Monogamy]!! ❋ DJKrazyK (2010)

In contrast to 'ethical non-monogamy' (and perhaps 'irresponsible monogamy'), people are emotionally and sexually involved with only one person at a time and have a strong sense of responsibility for how they impact one another's lives. Ensuring both individuals are in a state where they feel fully informed about the others current feelings and status of their relationship is an important aspect of [ethical monogamy]. Regular [check-in's] and conversations are used to help both partners feel secure and healthy in their relationship. This term has risen out of an era of disconnected, [detached] and damaging dating and relationship formats. If a relationship were to turn into an 'unethical state' or damaging place for either party, there is no longer an expectation that the relationship should continue in any way, shape or form. ❋ Ponylegs007 (2018)

People who remarry (and who have [exclusive] [relationships], and who don't [cheat]) are practicing serial monogamy. ❋ Grinning Cat (2015)

We're mostly [monogamous] but sometimes we like to invite another woman into our bed, so I guess that makes us non-monogmists. Every year we get crazy and allow each other [one night] of [non-monogamy] action. ❋ Kidder Kaper (2010)

"I eat [Cheerios] for breakfast. I eat only Cheerios; no other [cereals]. Cheerios are the greatest thing since sliced bananas! Wait-- I'm out of Cheerios... time to get some more cereal... I eat [Frosted Flakes] for breakfast. No other cereals; just Frosted Flakes." That's an example of cereal monogamy. ❋ Grinning Cat (2015)

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