Meaning of the word "cupboard love" in English
What does "cupboard love" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
cupboard love
US /ˈkʌb.ərd ˌlʌv/
UK /ˈkʌb.əd ˌlʌv/
Idiom
affection shown only to get something in return, especially food
Example:
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Her sudden affection for her aunt was just cupboard love, as she knew her aunt had cookies.
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The cat only comes to me for cupboard love when it's hungry.
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