noun

lovey

LUH-vee

Lovey (noun) means informal term of address, especially between actors or close friends. Example: “Darling, lovey, you were marvelous tonight," the director said.”

noun

Informal term of address, especially between actors or close friends.

""Darling, lovey, you were marvelous tonight," the director said."

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

Learner’s notes

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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Etymology

From love + -y.

Rhymes for lovey

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Frequently asked questions

What does “lovey” mean?

The word “lovey” means informal term of address, especially between actors or close friends. In plain terms, a pet name for a person, or a child's special comfort toy/blanket.

How do you pronounce “lovey”?

“Lovey” is pronounced LUH-vee (/ˈlʌvi/ in IPA).

How do you use “lovey” in a sentence?

Here is “lovey” used in a sentence: “"Darling, lovey, you were marvelous tonight," the director said.”

What part of speech is “lovey”?

“Lovey” is a noun.

How many meanings does “lovey” have?

“Lovey” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal term of address, especially between actors or close friends.