polyamory

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Any of various practices involving romantic or sexual relationships with multiple partners with the knowledge and consent of all involved.

Pronunciation

/ˌpɒ.lɪˈæ.mə.ɹi/ [ˌpɔ.lijˈæ.m(ə).ɹi] LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-polyamory.wav /ˌpɑ.lijˈæ.m(ə).ɹi/

Word forms

polyamory polyamories polyamoury

Etymology

From poly- (from Ancient Greek πολύς (polús, “many”)) + Latin amor (“love”) + -y.

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