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noun

lovey

LUH-vee
noun
1
Informal term of address, especially between actors or close friends.
""Darling, lovey, you were marvelous tonight," the director said."
2
A child's comfort object, such as a favorite blanket or stuffed toy.
"She wouldn't go to sleep without her lovey."

How to Use Lovey

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In plain EnglishA pet name for a person, or a child's special comfort toy/blanket.

When to use it

Informal and affectionate.

Word Forms

loveys plural

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