Polygamist

usgb/pəˈlɪɡəmɪst/
noun

A person who is married to more than one person at the same time.

In certain cultures, a man might be a polygamist with many wives.
Visual representation of "polygamist" - A person who is married to more than one person at the same time

Often appears as...

  • convicted polygamist
  • practicing polygamist
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Cultural Practice

Some societies accept polygamy; in others, it's illegal or frowned upon.

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As a polygamist, Ahmed's marital status is accepted in his home country.
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Legal Issues

Being a polygamist can lead to legal complications in places where it's against the law.

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Sara, a polygamist, faced legal troubles after moving to a country where it's illegal.
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Multiple Spouses

A polygamist maintains multiple marriage relationships simultaneously.

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John is a polygamist who has three spouses.
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