bigamy
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Noun — The crime or state of being married to two people at the same time.
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Etymology
From Late Latin bigamia, formed from Latin bis ("twice") plus Greek gamos ("marriage") — literally "double marriage." The word entered English through Anglo-Norman and Middle French.
Full origin of bigamy →Frequently asked questions
What does “bigamy” mean?
The word “bigamy” means the crime or state of being married to two people at the same time. In plain terms, being illegally married to two people at once.
How do you pronounce “bigamy”?
“Bigamy” is pronounced BIH-guh-mee (/ˈbɪɡəmi/ in IPA).
How do you use “bigamy” in a sentence?
Here is “bigamy” used in a sentence: “He was arrested for bigamy after marrying a second wife without divorcing his first.”
What part of speech is “bigamy”?
“Bigamy” is a noun.
Where does the word “bigamy” come from?
The word “bigamy” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin bigamia, formed from Latin bis ("twice") plus Greek gamos ("marriage") — literally "double marriage." The word entered English through Anglo-Norman and Middle French.