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monandry

 

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Noun monandry has 1 sense
  1. monandry - having only one husband at a time
    --1 is a kind of
    marriage, matrimony, union, spousal relationship, wedlock

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Monandry

Description

Monandry refers to the practice of having only one husband at a time, especially in reference to a woman. It is a cultural and social practice that can be found in various parts of the world.

Senses and Usages

Noun - Social Practice:

In some societies, monandry is a custom where a woman may have one husband at a time.

Example sentence: The Himalayan region is known for its unique practice of monandry, where one woman marries a group of brothers.

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