Meaning of the word girlfriend in English

What does girlfriend mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

girlfriend

US /ˈɡɝːl.frend/
UK /ˈɡɝːl.frend/
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Noun

1.

a person's regular female companion with whom they have a romantic or sexual relationship

Example:
He introduced me to his new girlfriend.
My girlfriend and I are going on vacation next month.
2.

a female friend

Example:
She went shopping with her girlfriends.
We had a great time at the spa with my girlfriends.
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