polyamorous
adjective
poly·am·o·rous
ˌpä-lē-ˈa-mə-rəs
-ˈam-rəs
: involving, having, or characterized by more than one open romantic relationship at a time : marked by polyamory
… Wonder Woman was created by a man who not only believed in the superiority of the fairer sex but also carried on a polyamorous relationship with two feminists who lived with him in one house, along with their children.—Melissa Maerz
They are a "polyamorous" family – one whose members are openly committed to several loves at the same time.—Annalee Newitz
… many polyamorous relationships are exclusive families whose composition may not change for decades, if ever.—Elizabeth Larsen
Cite this Entry
“Polyamorous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polyamorous. Accessed 21 Mar. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share