Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
trigamy
noun
/ˈtraɪɡəmi/
Definition
The practice of being married to three spouses simultaneously.
Examples
- In some cultures, trigamy is accepted and practiced openly.
- She studied the social implications of trigamy in modern society.
- His research involved analyzing historical cases of trigamy in various cultures.
Meaning
Trigamy is a form of polygamy where an individual has three marriage partners at the same time.
Synonyms
- Triple marriage
- Threefold marriage
