noun
amour
uh-MOOR
noun
1
A romantic or sexual relationship, often a secret or illicit one.
"Rumors of his amours filled the gossip pages."
How to Use Amour
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA love affair, often used with a slightly old-fashioned or dramatic flavor.
When to use it
Somewhat literary or old-fashioned; more common in fiction or journalism than everyday speech.
Word Forms
amours plural
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Etymology
From Old French amor, from Latin amor, "love".