palimony
The English word “palimony” has 1 meaning listed here.
noun
- A form of alimony paid to a former partner in a nonmarital relationship.
Etymology
Blend of pal (“close friend”) + alimony (“maintenance”). Coined by celebrity divorce lawyer Marvin Mitchelson in 1977 in suit of his client Michelle Triola Marvin against the actor Lee Marvin.
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