Meaning & Definition of word "Amour"
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Amour
/əˈmuːr/
noun:
- 1. A passionate love, especially when regarded as a romantic or sexual relationship.
- Example: Their amour was the talk of the town, full of romance and adventure.
- 2. An affair or a romantic relationship, especially one that is not serious.
- Example: She had a brief amour during her summer holiday in Paris.
- 3. A term of endearment or affection.
- Example: He whispered 'amour' softly in her ear, making her smile.
Etymology
From French 'amour', meaning 'love'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
amour fou:
A passionate and uncontrollable love.
amour propre:
Self-love or self-esteem.
les grandes amours:
The great loves or significant romantic relationships.
Related Words
amoureuse:
A feminine term for love or romantic affair.
amoureux:
A masculine term for love or romantic partner.
Slang Meanings of amour
Meaning: A fling.
Example Sentence: He had a summer amour that didn’t last long.
Meaning: A casual romantic relationship.
Example Sentence: They’re just having an amour, nothing serious.