Polyamory

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A community for discussion of Polyamory as well as other Ethical Non-Monogamy styles.

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Unassuming word for people I have sex with (feddit.de)

submitted 1 year ago by Dislodge3233@feddit.de to c/polyamory@lemmy.world

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I called some people I'm seeing partners, but got scolded by a friend because I guess partner means a relationship that's more "serious". My friend suggested calling them lovers.

I'm emotionally involved with all my people and I care about them. I just get an ick from labels and relationship ladders (abusive family).

I'm looking for a word that's unassuming, but clearly says "I'm not single" so I can easily be honest with monogamous people.

Any suggestions? Lover sounds a little too much like cheating.

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[–] Kayel@aussie.zone 1 points 1 year ago

I once panicked introducing a friend and said "lover". Don't think I could have made everyone involved more awkward if I had tried.

I like primary. Secondary sounds like you're ranking people however.

Let me know if you figure it out. Not that I'm participating any longer, but I am curious.