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