English dictionary
love
/l/@/v/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
ExamplesHis love for his work.
Children need a lot of love.
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any object of warm affection or devotion
ExamplesThe theater was her first love.
Synonyms passionSource: WordNet 3.0
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a beloved person; used as terms of endearment
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a deep feeling of sexual desire and attraction
ExamplesTheir love left them indifferent to their surroundings.
She was his first love.
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a score of zero in tennis or squash
ExamplesIt was 40 love.
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sexual activities (often including sexual intercourse) between two people
ExamplesHis lovemaking disgusted her.
He hadn't had any love in months.
He has a very complicated love life.
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A feeling of strong attachment induced by that which delights or commands admiration; preëminent kindness or devotion to another; affection; tenderness; as, the <i>love</i> of brothers and sisters.
Source: webster1913
verb
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have a great affection or liking for
ExamplesI love French food.
She loves her boss and works hard for him.
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get pleasure from
ExamplesI love cooking.
Synonyms enjoySource: WordNet 3.0
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be enamored or in love with
ExamplesShe loves her husband deeply.
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have sexual intercourse with
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To have a feeling of love for; to regard with affection or good will; as, to <i>love</i> one's children and friends; to <i>love</i> one's country; to <i>love</i> one's God.
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To have the feeling of love; to be in love.
Source: webster1913