Lover

/ˈlʌvər/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A person who is in love with someone, or who has a romantic relationship with someone.
She introduced her new lover to her friends at the party.
A person who enjoys a particular activity or thing.
He is a lover of classical music and attends concerts regularly.
A person who engages in sexual activity with another person.
They were once lovers but decided to remain just friends.
A person who shows great enthusiasm for something.
As a lover of nature, she spends every weekend hiking in the mountains.

Etymology

From Middle English 'lover', from Old English 'lufere', from 'lufu' meaning love.

Common Phrases and Expressions

love you to bits
To love someone very much.
lovers' quarrel
A disagreement between lovers.
love at first sight
Instant attraction to someone upon first meeting.
no strings attached
A romantic relationship without emotional ties or commitments.

Related Words

beloved
A person who is dearly loved.
romance
A relationship characterized by love and affection.
affection
A gentle feeling of fondness or liking.
affair
A romantic relationship, typically one that is secret or illicit.

Slang Meanings

Bae
He's my bae, my favorite lover.
Main squeeze
She's my main squeeze; we've been together for years.
Stud
He's such a stud, all the ladies love him.
Honey
Hey honey, when do you want to go out?