lover boy

American  

[luhv-er boi] / ˈlʌv ər ˌbɔɪ /

Or loverboy

noun

Informal.

1. 1. a man with whom a person has a sexual or romantic relationship.

      Her new lover boy posted a cute video of them holding hands.

   2. Sometimes Lover Boy a playful and affectionate term of address for such a man.

      Congratulations on our anniversary, Lover Boy!

2. a man who attracts or seeks to attract sexual or romantic partners.

   Small-screen lover boy Mike Shaw, who has stolen hearts with his dashing looks and personality, celebrates his birthday today.

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Etymology

Origin of lover boy

First recorded in 1830–40