lover

Definition

  • noun: a partner in a romantic or sexual relationship
  • noun: a person in love
  • often plural
  • synonyms: daphnis, maecenas, abettor

Examples

  • They were friends for many years before they became 'lovers'.

  • She left her husband and ran away with her 'lover'.

  • His wife accused him of having a secret 'lover'.

Movie quotes

  • (..) nothing so far. I think you need to move around. Wow, this looks interesting. What is it? I take it you're an art lover? Yeah, not so much. Oh, how about this impressive trinket? I'd hardly call it a trinket, Mr. Gru. (..)
    2013 Despicable Me 2