Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word which is nearest in meaning to the phrase given below.

The custom of having more than one husband at the same time

  1. Polygamy

  2. Polyandry

  3. Bigamy

  4. Polygyny

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Polyandry is the specific term for the custom of a woman having multiple husbands. Polygamy is the general term, and polygyny refers to multiple wives.