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multihusband

|mul-ti-hus-band|

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/ˌmʌltiˈhʌzbənd/

multiple husbands

Etymology
Etymology Information

'multihusband' originates from the combination of 'multi-' meaning 'many' and 'husband' meaning 'a married man'.

Historical Evolution

The term 'multihusband' is a modern English word formed by combining 'multi-' and 'husband'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'having multiple husbands', and this meaning has remained consistent.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a social system or practice where a woman has more than one husband at the same time.

In some cultures, multihusband arrangements are practiced to ensure family stability.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42