A non-gendered adjective for one's partner in a relationship based on polyamory or non-monogamy. It is used in place of boyfriend, girlfriend, wife, husband, and even partner, to show that you are taken, but not exclusively.
It can be used in conjunction with "primary" or "secondary" just as you would one of the previous alternatives.
It can be used in conjunction with "primary" or "secondary" just as you would one of the previous alternatives.
"My polymate and I are going on a vacation together soon. We've been together for 16 months now."
"Oh, that's awesome. I hope the two of you have fun. Are you bringing your other girlfriend?"
"Oh, that's awesome. I hope the two of you have fun. Are you bringing your other girlfriend?"
by vectorized August 05, 2016
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