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Ethical Monogamy

Ethical monogamy is the practice of having only one relationship at a time that is carried out in an honest, authentic, genuine, caring and respectful manner.
In contrast to 'ethical non-monogamy' (and perhaps 'irresponsible monogamy'), people are emotionally and sexually involved with only one person at a time and have a strong sense of responsibility for how they impact one another's lives.

Ensuring both individuals are in a state where they feel fully informed about the others current feelings and status of their relationship is an important aspect of ethical monogamy. Regular check-in's and conversations are used to help both partners feel secure and healthy in their relationship.

This term has risen out of an era of disconnected, detached and damaging dating and relationship formats. If a relationship were to turn into an 'unethical state' or damaging place for either party, there is no longer an expectation that the relationship should continue in any way, shape or form.
by ponylegs007 September 17, 2018
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mongan

verb. To agree to attend an event or gathering, but cancel at the last minute due to external circumstances, especially if one has made a habit of such behavior.

noun. The act of monganing.
Billy said he was coming to the party, but we didn't expect him to actually show up. Sure enough, his house flooded and he monganed, just like last week's happy hour, when he was in that car accident.

Tina was supposed to go to the game night, but she had to work late again, so she pulled a mongan.
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Serial Monogamist

Someone who jumps from one relationship immediately into another one.

Serial monogamists can not stand to be alone and often suffer from vast commitment and insecurity issues.

Because they jump into relationships immediately after the previous one has ended, serial monogamists typically don't take the time to reflect on their behavior or why their previous relationships failed; thus, they end up making the same relationship mistakes over and over again.
Person 1: Damn, Dustin already has a new girlfriend?! It's only been two weeks since he broke up with his fiance! I think he's a sociopath.

Person 2: No, he's a serial monogamist...
by Goody2Shuze March 6, 2016
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Tana Mongeau

A term used to completely ruin an event
Guy 1: Hey man I’m having a party tonight
Guy2: Dont invite Jim, he’ll Tana Mongeau the whole thing
by HotdogHamburgerGuy July 6, 2018
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Mongager

A manager who suffers from retardation, who cannot make manageable decisions.
"Brett is such a mongager"
by anti-mong September 21, 2011
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serial monogamy

The custom or practice of having one mate at a time. Each relationship may be serious and committed, or not. The term is used in contrast with strict "monogamy", which can imply just one partner over a lifetime.

Not to be confused with cereal monogamy.
People who remarry (and who have exclusive relationships, and who don't cheat) are practicing serial monogamy.
by Grinning Cat January 19, 2015
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Mongay

A term referring to the day of the week; Monday. Over emphasizing the disdain for this particular day.
Darn I have a test on Mongay!

Tyrone owes me money! If he ain't paying I'm gonna slap his ass back to Mongay!
by MlKE HAVVK July 7, 2014
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