🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

多元恋爱

Pronunciation / Transliteration: duōyuán liàn'ài

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Polyamory/ˌpɒliˈæməri/
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"多元恋爱允许与多个伴侣建立关系。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The practice of engaging in multiple romantic relationships with the consent of all partners involved.

    "In a polyamorous relationship, all partners are aware of and agree to the arrangement."
  2. 2

    A philosophy or lifestyle that embraces the idea of loving multiple people simultaneously.

    "Many people find that polyamory allows for deeper connections and greater emotional fulfillment."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'polyamory' is derived from the Greek prefix 'poly-' meaning 'many' and the Latin word 'amor' meaning 'love'. It emerged in the late 20th century as a way to describe non-monogamous relationships characterized by consensual romantic involvement with multiple partners.

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