lover boy

or lov·er·boy

[ luhv-er boi ]

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.

Word History and Origins

Origin of lover boy¹

First recorded in 1830–40