bigamy — the practice of marrying while already married to another person
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the practice of marrying while already married to another person
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbɪɡəmi/
Example Sentences
- The soap opera plot involved bigamy, amnesia, and a twin brother - classic daytime drama!
- Bigamy is illegal in most countries and can result in criminal prosecution.
- She discovered her husband's bigamy when his other wife showed up at their anniversary dinner.
bigamy
NOUN[/ˈbɪɡəmi/]
the practice of marrying while already married to another person
He was arrested for bigamy when both wives showed up at his birthday party.
From monogamy to polygamy, bigamy breaks the law!
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“The soap opera plot involved bigamy, amnesia, and a twin brother - classic daytime drama!”
“Bigamy is illegal in most countries and can result in criminal prosecution.”
“She discovered her husband's bigamy when his other wife showed up at their anniversary dinner.”
“The comedian joked that bigamy means having one spouse too many - but then again, so does monogamy!”
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