1. having more than one spouse at the same time
2. relating to or practicing polygamy
3. having both male and female flowers on the same plant
Usage: botanical

Examples

• The polygamous sect allowed men to have multiple wives.
• Polygamous marriages are illegal in most Western countries.
• He came from a polygamous family with three mothers.
• The documentary explored polygamous communities in rural areas.
• Many polygamous plants can self-pollinate.
• The oak tree is polygamous, producing both male and female flowers.