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    Amant (en. Lover)

    /a.mɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A romantic partner, often outside of marriage.
    He is Marie's lover, although she is married.
    Il est l'amant de Marie, bien qu'elle soit mariée.
    A man who loves a woman, generally in a romantic context.
    Her lover wrote her many love letters.
    Son amant lui a écrit de nombreuses lettres d'amour.
    A term often used to refer to a secret lover.
    They met discreetly, like two lovers in the moonlight.
    Ils se retrouvaient discrètement, comme deux amants au clair de lune.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'amans', the present participle of 'amare' which means to love.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    secret lover
    A romantic partner who cannot be disclosed to the public.
    amant secret
    beloved
    A poetic term for a lover.
    beau-aimé
    with the lover
    Indicates the presence of a romantic partner in a situation.
    avec l’amant

    Related Words

    loving
    Concerning love or romantic relationships.
    amoureuse
    friendship
    An emotional bond, less romantic, between two people.
    amitié
    love
    A feeling of deep affection towards another person.
    amour

    Slang Meanings

    A colloquial term for a lover.
    Tonight, she has a date with her 'lover'.
    Ce soir, elle a rendez-vous avec son 'amoureux'.
    A temporary arrangement, often without commitment.
    They call themselves 'casual hookups', which means occasional lovers.
    Ils s'appellent des 'plans cul', ce qui signifie amants occasionnels.