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Monogamy, or Monoamory, is described as an exclusive relationship between two individuals. Monogamous, or monoamorous, can be used both as a descriptor of a relationship with exactly two individuals or as a description of individuals who desire such relationships. Monogamous individuals can still be attracted to multiple individuals at once, however they would not want to be in a relationship with multiple individuals at the same time.
The term monogamous is commonly used by polyamorous individuals to describe relationships with only two individuals and individuals who are not polyamorous.
Under the most strict definition of the term, monogamy refers to being married to a single individual at a time, while monoamory refers to being in a relationship with a single individual at a time. However, the term monogamy has come to be used in a more broad sense regardless of whether the individuals involved are married.
Psychology has shown that neither monogamy or polyamory are "better" for society, as personal preferences and emotional structures of individuals lead one to needing different forms of relationships.
History & Coining[]
Monogamy has occurred amongst history and nature for thousands of years. Monogamy, despite being shown in media more often, is just as common as non-monogamy in culture and nature. Many creatures in nature take monogamous routes, while many others take polyamorous/polygamous routes, or take both routes depending on the species.
Flags & Symbols[]
The original monogamous flag was created by Tumblr user pride-flags-for-cishets on August 4, 2016. It has no confirmed meaning.
References[]
https://www.tumblr.com/pride-flags-for-cishets/149195445851/monogamy-pride-flags
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