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What is husband's second wife called?

Published in Polygamy Terminology 1 min read

A husband's second wife is called a co-wife.

The term "co-wife" is defined as:

  • Co-wife: noun [ C ] /ˈkəʊˌwaɪf/ /ˈkoʊˌwaɪf/ (According to the reference provided.)

This term specifically applies in contexts where a husband has more than one wife, often within the context of polygamy or polygyny.

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