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monogamous

Pronunciation: [məˈnɒɡəməs]

Word

Context: "relationship"

(adjective) when someone has only one partner at a time. This means a person is dedicated to just one special romantic relationship, instead of having many partners.

Example

They decided to be monogamous and focus on building their life together as a couple.

Example

He preferred a more open relationship and was not interested in being monogamous.

Example

Do you think being monogamous is the best way to have a relationship?

Context: "biology"

(adjective) referring to animals that only mate with one partner during their lifetime or a mating season. It shows a strong bond in their relationships.

Example

Many birds are monogamous and stay with the same mate every breeding season.

Example

Some species are not monogamous and mate with multiple partners.

Example

Which animals are known to be monogamous in the wild?

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