Definition

A second marriage that occurs after the first marriage has ended.

Example

After her divorce, she entered into a digamy with someone she met online.

Conversation

Have you heard about Sarah's digamy?

Yeah, I can't believe she got married again so soon after her divorce.

It seems like she's really happy, though.

I guess that's what matters most in the end.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Digamy is formed from "di-" (meaning two) and "gamos" (meaning marriage). The word refers to the state of being married to two different people at different times, hence the concept of two marriages.

Memory Tip

Think of 'two' ('di-') marriages ('gamos') to remember that digamy refers to being married twice.

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