noun
valentine
VALUHN-tyn
noun
1
A card, gift, or affectionate message sent to someone on Valentine's Day.
"He left a handmade valentine on her desk before class."
"They exchanged valentines every February 14th since they started dating."
2
The person to whom such a card or gift is given, or who gives one.
"Will you be my valentine this year?"
How to Use Valentine
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA Valentine's Day card or gift, or the person you send one to.
Common pairings
send a valentine
be my valentine
a valentine card
Word Forms
valentines plural, Valentines plural
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Etymology
Named after Saint Valentine, whose feast day on February 14th became associated with romantic love and the exchanging of cards.