polycule
noun
a group of people whose members are in sexual, romantic, or platonic relationships with one or more other members.
polycules
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pluralof polycule.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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And polyamorists may be linked in intricate relationship structures, or polycules, whose contours change over time.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 13, 2026
For many poly people, their pods and polycules do not neatly overlap.
From Salon ● Feb. 22, 2021
Because of the complexity of pods and polycules, the challenges of keeping romantic relationships alive are even greater.
From Salon ● Feb. 22, 2021
Relationship networks – also known as "polycules" – can be complex and interconnected.
From Salon ● Feb. 22, 2021
I recalled the boisterous couples and polycules who’d lived in the building when I was young—all of them my cousins and uncles and aunties even though we had only marginal blood relationships to each other.
From Slate ● Aug. 24, 2019
