Definition of Monogamous

1. Adjective. (used of relationships and of individuals) having one mate. "Monogamous for life"

Similar to: Monandrous, Monogynic, Monogynous
Derivative terms: Monogamousness, Monogamy
Antonyms: Polygamous

Definition of Monogamous

1. a. Upholding, or practicing, monogamy.

Definition of Monogamous

1. [adj]

Medical Definition of Monogamous

1. 1. Upholding, or practicing, monogamy. 2. Same as Monogamian. 3. Mating with but one of the opposite sex; said of birds and mammals. Origin: L. Monogamus having but one wife, Gr.; single + marriage. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Monogamous

monofil
monofilament
monofilaments
monofils
monofuel
monofuels
monogam
monogametic
monogamia
monogamic
monogamic
monogamies
monogamist
monogamists
monogamous (current term)
monogamous (current term)
monogamously
monogamousness
monogamy
monogamy
monogastric
monogastric
monogenean
monogeneans
monogeneses
monogenesis
monogenesis
monogenetic
monogenetic
monogenic

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