Bigamy: meaning, definitions and examples
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bigamy
[ หbษชษกษmi ]
marriage law
Bigamy is the act of marrying one person while still legally married to another. This practice is illegal in many jurisdictions and is considered a criminal offense in those areas. The motivation for bigamy may vary, including cultural beliefs, personal desire, or social pressures. However, it often leads to complex legal and emotional issues, including conflicts over marital rights, inheritance, and family dynamics.
Synonyms
marital infidelity, polygamy
Examples of usage
- He was charged with bigamy after marrying a second wife.
- Bigamy can result in severe legal consequences.
- She discovered his bigamy when he failed to mention his first marriage.
Translations
Translations of the word "bigamy" in other languages:
๐ต๐น bigamia
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฆเฅเคตเคฟเคตเคฟเคตเคพเคน
๐ฉ๐ช Bigamie
๐ฎ๐ฉ bigami
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑัะณะฐะผัั
๐ต๐ฑ bigamia
๐ฏ๐ต ้ๅฉ
๐ซ๐ท bigamie
๐ช๐ธ bigamia
๐น๐ท bigami
๐ฐ๐ท ์คํผ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุชุนุฏุฏ ุงูุฒูุฌุงุช
๐จ๐ฟ bigamie
๐ธ๐ฐ bigamia
๐จ๐ณ ้ๅฉ
๐ธ๐ฎ bigamija
๐ฎ๐ธ bigamรญa
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะตะบั ะฝะตะบะตะดะต
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ bigaqiya
๐ฒ๐ฝ bigamia
Word origin
The term 'bigamy' originates from the Middle English word 'bigamie', which is derived from the Latin 'bigamus'โ'bi' meaning 'two' and 'gamus' meaning 'marriage'. The concept has existed in various forms across different cultures throughout history, often reflecting societal norms surrounding marriage and relationships. In medieval Europe, bigamy was addressed in legal texts and church doctrine, emphasizing the sanctity of marriage. As civil laws evolved, particularly during the 19th and 20th centuries, bigamy became recognized as a significant legal issue, leading to stricter enforcement and clearer definitions within marriage laws across many countries.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #26,863, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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