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Some criticized the Merriam-Webster definition of polyamory, which defines the term as 'the state or practice of having more than one open romantic relationship at a time,' as missing a 'vital component': consent. Some reference works define 'polyamory' as a relational form (whether interpersonal or romantic or sexual) that involves multiple people with the consent of all the people involved, like Oxford Living Dictionaries, Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus, and.

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In 1999, Zell-Ravenheart was asked by the editor of the OED to provide a definition of the term, and she provided it for the UK version as 'the practice, state or ability of having more than one sexual loving relationship at the same time, with the full knowledge and consent of all partners involved.' The words polyamory, polyamorous, and polyamorist were added to the OED in 2006. Wesp created the Usenet newsgroup alt.polyamory, and the Oxford English Dictionary cites the proposal to create that group as the first verified appearance of the word. The word polyamorous first appeared in an article by Morning Glory Zell-Ravenheart, 'A Bouquet of Lovers', published in May 1990 in Green Egg Magazine, as 'poly-amorous'. Main article: Terminology within polyamory It can sometimes be distinguished from some other forms of ethical non-monogamy in that the relationships involved are loving intimate relationships, as opposed to purely sexual relationships. Its usage reflects the choices and philosophies of the individuals involved, but with recurring themes or values, such as love, intimacy, honesty, integrity, equality, communication, and commitment. Polyamory has come to be an umbrella term for various forms of non-monogamous, multi-partner relationships, or non-exclusive sexual or romantic relationships. Others prefer to restrict their sexual activity to only members of the group, a closed polyamorous relationship that is usually referred to as polyfidelity.

People who identify as polyamorous may believe in open relationships with a conscious management of jealousy and reject the view that sexual and relational exclusivity are prerequisite for deep, committed, long-term, loving relationships. Polyamory (from Ancient Greek πολλοί ( polloí) 'many', and Latin amor ' love') is the practice of, or desire for, romantic relationships with more than one partner at the same time, with the informed consent of all partners involved.