Bigamy (Noun)
Meaning 1
The offense of marrying someone while you have a living spouse from whom no valid divorce has occurred.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Hypernyms
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Meaning 2
The state of having two spouses at the same time.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The law prohibits bigamy and considers it a serious offense.
- In some cultures, bigamy is not only accepted but also encouraged as a way of life.
- The judge ruled that the defendant was guilty of bigamy and sentenced him to prison.
- Bigamy was a common practice among some ancient civilizations, but it is now largely frowned upon.
- The discovery of her husband's bigamy left her feeling shocked and betrayed.