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Serial monogamy could also be seen as serial, but not monogamous. It is a form of Polygamy wherein the multiple spouses are had "in series" (one after the other) rather than "in parallel" (at the same time). The term "serial monogamy" is more often descriptive than prescriptive: relatively few people consciously expect or want their relationships to end. (This may in part be due to social norms, conventions, and expectations.) It has a significant pejorative connotation, as it is rarely, if ever, used by proponents of this type of lifestyle (see Defenders Of Monogamy ). It is often used by polyamorists, including polygamists and other potential Critics Of Monogamy . Technically, any animals (including humans) who do not mate with one partner for life can be considered "serially monogamous", this includes those who mate with another only upon the death of a spouse. In more common usage, serial monogamy tends to refer to a long string of generally monogamous relationships which can often include more than one marriage. SEE ALSO |