Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
polyandry
Noun
/ˈpɒl.i.æn.dri/
Definition
A form of marriage in which a woman has two or more husbands simultaneously.
Examples
- In some cultures, polyandry is practiced as a way to limit population growth.
- Polyandry can be beneficial in terms of sharing resources among husbands.
- She explained the concept of polyandry during her anthropology lecture.
Meaning
Polyandry refers to a marital structure where a woman takes multiple male partners or spouses at one time, contrasting with polygyny, where a man has multiple wives.
Synonyms
- Group marriage
- Plural marriage
