cohabitors

Example:She and her life partner have been together for 10 years and plan to spend the rest of their lives together.

Definition:A term used for a person with whom one forms an intimate relationship, including one that involves not being married.

Example:The study explores the dynamics of informal partners and their impact on the family structure.

Definition:Couples who are not legally married but are in a committed, close, and intimate relationship.

Example:A common-law spouse can receive the same legal benefits as a married spouse in some countries.

Definition:Couples who are considered legally married in some jurisdictions without going through an official marriage ceremony.