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Lover Definition, Examples, and Common Usage (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：enthusiast (lover)
lover
/ˈlʌvər/
n.
A person who enjoys a particular activity or thing very much.
enthusiast
➕
/ɪnˈθjuːziæst/
n.
A person who has a strong liking or passion for a particular activity, object, or subject.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
Derived from Old English 'lufu' (love) + agent suffix '-er' meaning 'one who loves'.
💡 Mnemonic
Imagine a heart-shaped badge: one who loves deeply.
📖 Example
As a true lover of classical music, she attends every concert the symphony orchestra holds.
As a true enthusiast of classical music, she attends every concert the symphony orchestra holds.
🔗 Collocations
art lover – A person who greatly appreciates and enjoys art.
nature lover – A person who loves and enjoys the natural world.
wine lover – A person who has a strong passion for wine.
🔄 Synonyms
admirer (n.) – A person who has a high regard for someone or something.
enthusiast (n.) – A person who is very interested in a particular activity or subject.
aficionado (n.) – A person who is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about an activity, subject, or pastime.
🚫 Antonyms
🌱 Derivatives
lovingly (adv.) – In a way that shows love or affection.
📖 Cultural Story
The word 'lover' has been used since Old English times, evolving from 'lufu' and related to German 'Liebe'. In modern English, it often appears in literature and everyday speech to denote both a romantic partner and an enthusiast.
Meaning 2：romantic partner (lover)
lover
/ˈlʌvər/
n.
A person who is having a romantic or sexual relationship with another person, but is not married to them.
romantic partner
➕
/roʊˈmæntɪk ˈpɑːrtnər/
n.
A person with whom one has an intimate, romantic relationship, typically without being married.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
In the novel, the main character keeps her lover a secret from her family for many years.
In the novel, the main character keeps her romantic partner a secret from her family for many years.
🔗 Collocations
lovers' lane – A secluded road or area where romantic couples often go.
former lover – A person with whom one previously had a romantic relationship.
lover's quarrel – A minor argument between romantic partners.
🔄 Synonyms
partner (n.) – A person with whom one shares an intimate relationship.
sweetheart (n.) – A person with whom one is in love; a romantic partner.
beau (n.) – A woman's boyfriend or male romantic companion.
🚫 Antonyms
🌱 Derivatives
loverly (adj.) – Relating to or characteristic of a romantic lover.
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