Philogyny

Philogyny
Philogyny Phi*log"y*ny, n. [Gr. ?; ? loving + ? woman.] Fondness for women; uxoriousness; -- opposed to {misogyny}. [R.] --Byron. [1913 Webster]

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  • philogyny — philogynist, n. philogynous, adj. /fi loj euh nee/, n. love of or liking for women. [1745 55; < Gk philogynía. See PHILO , GYNY] * * * …   Universalium

  • philogyny — noun the love or fondness for women. Ant: misogyny …   Wiktionary

  • philogyny — love of women Love and Attraction …   Phrontistery dictionary

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  • philogynous — fə̇ˈläjənəs adjective Etymology: philogyny + ous : fond of women * * * philogˈynous adjective • • • Main Entry: ↑philogyny …   Useful english dictionary

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