Are there two types of poly?

[sidhewolf]

I think we might be getting tripped up (as far as two types of poly) on the actual word. There ARE two types of poly, polyandry and polyamory.

polyamory n :*participation in multiple and simultaneous loving or sexual relationships

polyandry n the practice or condition of having more than one husband at one time. (also called polygamy)

The first is the common one among BDSM and D/s couples, especially in O/l relationships. The second, whether formalized by an actual civil or religious ceremony or not, is much less common.

Earlier answerers have provided some fine information. I just hoped to clear up the wording.

Not to argue or flame at all but ummmmm......Polygny is 1 male more females, no other males. Polyandry is 1 female more males, no other females.

Within the BDSM Community these 2 Relationship Configurations have been the most common, and somewhat still are. But things are Changing over time Thank Goodness .

Respectfully~SidheWolf