Lovebird

Quick meaning: Lovebird is a noun meaning (figurative, usually in the plural) One of the members of an openly affectionate couple.

Meaning

(figurative, usually in the plural) One of the members of an openly affectionate couple.

More Meanings

1. (intransitive) To express romantic affection openly.
2. Any small parrot from one of the nine species within the genus Agapornis. Sometimes they are kept as cage birds and are noted for their affection towards each other.

Example Sentences

Okay, all right, whew! What do you say we all clear out of here and let these two lovebirds get back down to business?

Word Forms

• lovebirds
• love bird
• love-bird
• lovebirding
• lovebirded

Synonyms for lovebird

Depending on context, synonyms include budgerigar, budgie, budgereegah.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include budgerigar, budgie, budgereegah, parakeet, birdling, birdie.

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