fave

or fav

[ feyv ]

noun

, Slang.

1. favorite.

fave

/ feɪv /

adjective

1. See favourite
   informal.
   short for favourite favourite

Word History and Origins

Origin of fave¹

First recorded in 1935–40; by shortening

Example Sentences

My longtime fave is Rose Cafe & Market in neighboring Venice.

From The Daily Beast

Literally, due fave, the expression on such occasions to signify a small quantity.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• choice
• darling
• front-runner
• idol
• number one
• pick