cohusband

/koʊˈhʌsbænd/

Definitions

1. noun

The husband of a woman’s co-wife.

“After getting married, Sarah’s cohusband became a close friend to her and her family.”

2. noun

A husband of one of the wives in a polygamous marriage.

“John was the cohusband of his wife’s sister in their polygamous household.”

Synonyms

  • co-spouse
  • polygamous husband

Antonyms

  • monogamous partner
  • single person