noun
loverboy
LUHV-boy
noun
1
Informal, often mocking: a young man who is confident with romantic partners.
"His friends teased him, calling him "loverboy" after the date."
How to Use Loverboy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA cheeky nickname for a man who charms romantic partners easily.
When to use it
Informal and usually playful or teasing in tone.
Word Forms
loverboys plural
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “loverboy”
A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage
→
Fill the Gap
Can you complete this real example?
His friends teased him, calling him "_____" after the date.