Definition of polygynous Polygynous

/pʌlɪˈʤʌnʌs/ - [pulijunus] - po•lyg•y•nous

We found 5 definitions of polygynous from 4 different sources.

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What does polygynous mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Adjective

polygynous - having more than one wife at a time
  polygamous having more than one mate at a time; used of relationships and individuals
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • polygynous (Adjective)
    Having many styles; belonging to the order Polygynia; polygynian.
  • polygynous (Adjective)
    Having more than one female as wife or mate; practicing polygyny.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • polygynous (a.)
    Having many styles; belonging to the order Polygynia.

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  • polygynous, adjective.

Pronunciation

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