noun
sweetheart
SWEET-haht
noun
1
A term of affection used for a romantic partner or a loved one.
"He called his wife "sweetheart" every morning."
2
A person one is romantically involved with, especially early in a relationship.
"They were high school sweethearts."
How to Use Sweetheart
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA loving nickname for a partner, or someone you're romantically attached to.
Common pairings
high school sweethearts
hey, sweetheart
Word Forms
sweethearts plural
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Etymology
From Middle English swete heorte, literally "sweet heart" — a term of endearment.