n. Function: noun
1 a man who is a woman's usual or preferred escort or companion FF1C; went to the movies with her boyfriend FF1E;
Synonyms: beau, gentleman friend, swain, young man
Related Words: admirer
2 a man who shares with a woman a strong and usually sexually oriented mutual attraction FF1C; moved in with her boyfriend FF1E;
Synonyms: beau, beloved, flame, inamorato, lover, steady, sweetheart, truelove
Related Words: crush, heartthrob; fiancé
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Synonyms: LOVER 1, fancy man, man, master, paramour