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open relationship
[/ˈoʊpən rɪˈleɪʃənʃɪp/]
noun
pl: open relationships
relacionamento aberto
1.
A romantic relationship in which both partners agree that each may engage in romantic or sexual activities with other people
They decided to have an open relationship to maintain their freedom.
Eles decidiram ter um relacionamento aberto para manter sua liberdade.
2.
A relationship based on honesty and mutual consent regarding involvement with others
In an open relationship, communication and trust are essential.
Em um relacionamento aberto, comunicação e confiança são essenciais.
Synonyms
non-exclusive relationship
polyamorous arrangement
Antonyms
exclusive relationship
monogamous relationship
closed relationship
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
relacionamento aberto
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
relacionamento aberto
Standard usage
São Paulo
relacionamento aberto
Standard usage, sometimes 'relação aberta'
Portugal
relação aberta
Preferred shorter form in European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
seeing other people
on the same page
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