poly
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- noun
- /ˈpɑːli/
- Informal
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poliamoroso
- We talked about spirituality and kids and the mistakes you make when you don't know you're poly and are lost in the world.
- monos and polys
Examples
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In fact, there is some reason to believe that poly-style multi-partnering is the norm in the younger cohort.
Academic text (2004) -
Minx from PolyWeekly once said that having discovered yourself to be poly, finding a support community was the indispensable next step.
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Now I identify as queer/bi and poly.
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Many other species in the animal kingdom are poly, including humans' close cousins, the bonobo chimpanzees.
Academic text (2004) -
Groups of people form an intimate network or a "group marriage." Poly people live in triads, quads, and larger assemblies that are similar to the way traditional couples live.
Academic text (2004) -
Modern Poly exists to create and maintain a safe and supportive space where those engaged in the practice of polyamory can come together to share ideas, experiences, resources, and activism regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or physical location.
Blog text (5) -
We were talking about Mormons and poly-marriage, so it seemed pertinent to mention that I've done the poly thing and am not against it in a healthy context.
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Many polys believe that open communication is essential for maintaining healthy relationships among all partners.
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At the festival, several polys shared their experiences about managing love and attention between multiple partners.
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A group of polys discussed how they navigate challenges like jealousy and time management in their relationships.
Compounds
- UK
A small plant that lives for one year and grows in wet places with tiny pink flowers
A rolled sweet pudding made from suet pastry filled with jam, often steamed or baked
Surface Forms
Etymology
Poly comes from the Greek word poly meaning 'many'. As a noun, a poly is a person who is in relationships with more than one partner at the same time, with the agreement of everyone involved.