open relationship
noun1
A romantic or sexual relationship in which all parties mutually consent to the possibility of engaging in additional concurrent romantic or sexual relationships with others.
- "But practically and logistically, what does an open relationship actually involve? Apparently, it's about 'being able to love yourself and others, plus healing some of the guilt and shame we have around our sexuality," says Susannah.2003 January 26, Rose Rouse, “Multiple choices”, in The Observer:
- "Ryan wants to have sex and says he and his boyfriend have an open relationship, but I feel too guilty to go all the way."2004 March, Out, page 132: