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boy·friend
 boyfriend
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- pronunciation:
- boI
frend
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
(informal) a male with whom one has a romantic relationship.
This is my mother's first boyfriend since my dad died four years ago.- synonyms:
- beau, man
- similar words:
- beloved, companion, escort, flame, old man, suitor, sweetheart, truelove
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| definition 2: |
one's friend who is a boy.
Her little boyfriend came over to play today.- similar words:
- associate, buddy, chum, companion, comrade, friend, pal
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| related words: |
love, lover |
verb + (n.)boyfriend
abuse,
break up,
confide,
convince,
cuddle,
find,
idolize,
kiss,
leave,
love,
make up,
meet,
miss,
persuade,
reunite
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(n.)boyfriend
+ verb
complain, leave, move, propose, suspect, visit
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