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'.
(..) I was . Since then I've never left the city, and... I've never had another girlfriend. You see, Mathilda... I wouldn't be a good lover. Okay. Would you do me one favor? What? I'm sick of watching you sleep on your chair. (..)1994 Léon: The Professional
(..) - I know. What does your father do? - He's a composer. - That's wonderful. Except he's not really my father. He's my lover. Think I'll go for a walk. - What are you doing Saturday night? - What about dinner? - Where you going? - Visiting friends at J. (..)1994 Léon: The Professional