Monogynic (Adjective)
Meaning
Having one head or chief wife at a time (along with concubines).
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- In some African cultures, a monogynic marriage system was practiced, where the chief wife held significant power and authority.
- The king's monogynic household consisted of one primary wife and several concubines who served as secondary companions.
- Historically, monogynic relationships were common among royalty, where the primary wife was often the mother of the heir.
- In some societies, a monogynic arrangement was seen as a way to balance the power dynamics between the chief wife and the concubines.
- The monogynic system allowed the husband to have multiple partners, but only one wife held the title and privileges of the chief wife.