POLYANDRIC Meaning and
Definition
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Polyandric is an adjective that pertains to polyandry, which is a social or marital system characterized by a woman having multiple husbands simultaneously. In polyandric relationships, a woman can be married to two or more men at the same time, and these men are considered to be co-husbands. This arrangement stands in contrast to monogamy, which is the practice of having only one spouse at a time.
Polyandric societies can be found in different parts of the world, particularly in Tibet, Nepal, and some regions of India. In these cultures, polyandry often arises due to economic or societal factors. For example, in areas with scarce resources and limited farming land, polyandry can help prevent further division of property among male children. Additionally, it can serve as a way to consolidate wealth or increase social and economic ties between families or clans.
Polyandric relationships can manifest in various forms and may involve both formal or informal agreements among all parties involved. The dynamics of polyandry differ from those of polygamy, as the latter refers to a man having multiple wives. However, both polyandry and polygyny, which is the practice of a man having multiple wives, fall under the broader concept of polygamy.
As societies continue to evolve and cultural practices change, polyandric relationships have become less prevalent. Nonetheless, studying polyandry offers valuable insights into the diversity of human relationships and the complex nature of marriage systems across different cultures.
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Relating to polyandry; mating with several males.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for POLYANDRIC
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Etymology of POLYANDRIC
The word "polyandric" comes from the combination of two Greek roots.
The first root is "poly", which means "many" or "multiple". This root is commonly used in English to indicate words related to multiple or many, such as "polygamy" (having multiple spouses) or "polyglot" (able to speak multiple languages).
The second root is "andros", derived from the Greek word for "man" or "husband". This root is also seen in words such as "android" (a robot designed to resemble a human) or "androgynous" (displaying characteristics of both sexes).
By combining these roots, "polyandric" is formed, which refers to a social structure or system where a woman has multiple husbands simultaneously.
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