Allogamy

Pronunciation: /ˈæɫˈɫɔɡˈeɪmi/

Allogamy (noun)

  1. A system where people marry or reproduce with partners from a different group, not from their own group.
  2. In biology, reproduction between individuals that belong to different populations or groups.

Examples

  • Allogamy can strengthen ties between different communities.
  • Many societies allow allogamy to expand social networks.