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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