exogamous

/ˌeksəˈɡɒməs/

Definitions

1. noun

relating to or practising marriage or relationships outside one’s own family or social group

“The anthropologist studied the exogamous practices of the indigenous tribe.”

2. adjective

relating to or practising marriage or relationships outside one’s own family or social group

“The exogamous marriage customs of the ancient culture are still observed today.”

Synonyms

  • endogamous
  • exogenous

Antonyms

  • endogamous