lovebird

[ luhv-burd ]

noun

1. any of various small parrots, especially of the genus Agapornis, of Africa, noted for the affection shown one another and often kept as pets.
2. lovebirds, a pair of lovers, especially a married couple who show very close mutual love and concern.

lovebird

/ ˈlʌvˌbɜːd /

noun

1. any of several small African parrots of the genus Agapornis, often kept as cage birds
2. See budgerigar
   another name for budgerigar
3. informal.
   a lover

   the lovebirds are in the garden

Word History and Origins

Origin of lovebird¹

First recorded in 1585–95

Example Sentences

This comment came after Ellen pulled up one of the most recent pictures the lovebirds posted to their Instagram of their celebration for New Year’s Eve.

From Essence.com

Paparazzi know well that if a rumor is swirling about a famous affair, all bets are on that the lovebirds will eventually end up in Venice.

From The Daily Beast

It flies to its conclusion straighter than the truest lovebird.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• boyfriend
• companion
• darling
• girlfriend
• heartthrob
• lover