polygynous

Adjective

Relating to or characterized by the practice of having more than one wife at one time.

ریشه

Derived from the Greek words 'poly' meaning 'many', and 'gynē' meaning 'woman' or 'wife'. The suffix '-ous' denotes possessing or being characterized by.

مثال

• Polygynous societies often have complex family structures.
• In a polygynous marriage, a man has multiple wives.
• Polygynous practices are often associated with certain religious beliefs.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Polygynous society Polygynous marriage Polygynous practices Polygynous relationships