boyfriend

[boi-frend]

noun

1. a frequent or favorite male companion; beau.

2. a male friend.

3. a male lover.

adjective

1. pertaining to or noting clothing and accessories for women that are inspired by men's fashions.

   roomy and comfortable boyfriend jeans;

   an oversize boyfriend watch.

boyfriend

/ ˈbɔɪˌfrɛnd /

noun

1. a male friend with whom a person is romantically or sexually involved; sweetheart or lover

Word History and Origins

Origin of boyfriend¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; boy + friend

Related Words

• beau 
• companion 
• friend 
• partner 
• suitor 
• sweetheart 
• young man