한 사람과만 관계를 맺거나 결혼하는 상태.
The practice or state of being married to or having a sexual relationship with only one partner at a time.
예문:
"Many cultures consider monogamy to be the foundation of a stable family structure."
"The couple decided to commit to strict monogamy after years of dating."
동물이 일생 동안 또는 한 번의 번식기에 하나의 상대와만 짝짓기를 하는 습성.
The habit of having only one mate at a time or for a lifetime among animals.
예문:
"While rare in mammals, monogamy is observed in over ninety percent of bird species."
"The evolutionary advantages of monogamy include shared responsibility for raising offspring."
평생 동안 단 한 번만 결혼하는 제도.
The practice of marrying only once during a lifetime, often prohibiting remarriage after the death of a spouse.
예문:
"Certain historical religious sects enforced strict monogamy, forbidding even widows from remarrying."
"The transition from serial monogamy to lifelong monogamy marked a significant shift in social norms."