Metamour
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Metamour, sometimes spelled metamor, is a general term used to refer to an individual who is the lover of one’s lover, or partner of one’s partner, whom one is not directly romantically involved with.[1][2][3] Examples could include the girlfriend of one’s husband, or the boyfriend of one’s boyfriend.[1] It is a term that is commonly used within polyamorous communities.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Metamours: Everything to Know About Your Lover's Lover". Cosmopolitan. 2021-12-14. Retrieved 2024-07-21.
- ^ a b Carey, Michael (2013-11-27). "A Lexicon of Alternative Sexualities, Part 3: More Poly Neologisms". Slate. ISSN 1091-2339. Retrieved 2024-07-21.
- ^ Bergner, Interviews by Daniel (2024-04-15). "Lessons From a 20-Person Polycule". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2024-07-22.