Polyamory, also known as “consensual non-monogamy” or “ethical non-monogamy”, is the practice of having more than one intimate relationship at a time with the full knowledge and consent of all parties involved. The term “polyamory” describes both the philosophy of those who choose to live this way and the specific relationship structures that result from it.Polyamory is not a new concept; it has been practiced throughout history by many cultures around the world. The word itself is derived from the Greek roots “poly” (meaning “many”) and “amor” (meaning “love”).