monandrous (C2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /məˈnændrəs/
Definition
Having only one husband or male mate at a time, often used to describe a type of marriage or mating system in animals.
Examples
The monandrous nature of some bird species is thought to be an adaptation to increase parental investment in offspring.
In monandrous societies, males often engage in intense competition for mates, leading to the evolution of elaborate courtship displays.
How to Use monandrous
- monandrous marriage (noun phrase)
- a type of marriage where one male is bonded to one female — "The monandrous marriage system is thought to have evolved in some human societies as a means of increasing parental investment in offspring."
- monandrous species (noun phrase)
- a species that exhibits monandrous behavior — "The monandrous species of birds are known for their complex courtship displays and long-term pair bonds."
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