English word monogyny comes from English mono- (One.), English -gyny
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| mono- | English (eng) | One. |
| -gyny | English (eng) | (botany) a situation with respect to female plant organs. (botany) having a specified number or type of female plant organs. The state of having a specific number of wives. |
| monogyny | English (eng) | The condition in ants of having only one queen at a time.. The practice of having one wife at a time. |