polygamy
US /pəˈlɪɡ.ə.mi/
UK /pəˈlɪɡ.ə.mi/
名词
一夫多妻制, 多配偶制
the practice or custom of having more than one wife or husband at the same time
示例:
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In some cultures, polygamy is a socially accepted practice.
在某些文化中,一夫多妻制是一种社会认可的习俗。
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The law in this country strictly prohibits polygamy.
这个国家的法律严禁一夫多妻制。