Polyamory vs. Bigamy

Polyamorynoun

Any of various practices involving romantic or sexual relationships with multiple partners with the knowledge and consent of all involved.

Polyamory

Polyamory (from Greek πολύ poly, , and Latin amor, ) is the practice of, or desire for, intimate relationships with more than one partner, with the informed consent of all partners involved. People who identify as polyamorous may believe in open relationships with a conscious management of jealousy and reject the view that sexual and relational exclusivity are necessary for deep, committed, long-term loving relationships.

Bigamynoun

The state of having two (legal or illegal) spouses simultaneously

Bigamynoun

(ecclesiastical) A second marriage

Bigamynoun

The offense of marrying one person when already legally married to another.

Bigamynoun

having two spouses at the same time

Bigamynoun

the offense of marrying someone while you have a living spouse from whom no valid divorce has occurred

Bigamy

In cultures where monogamy is mandated, bigamy is the act of entering into a marriage with one person while still legally married to another. A legal or de facto separation of the couple does not alter their marital status as married persons.