Meaning of the word lover in English

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

lover

US /ˈlʌv.ɚ/
UK /ˈlʌv.ɚ/
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Noun

1.

a person who has a sexual or romantic relationship with someone, especially someone else's husband, wife, or partner

Example:
She discovered her husband had a lover.
They were secret lovers for years.
2.

a person who loves a specified thing or activity

Example:
He's a great animal lover.
She's a true art lover.
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