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LOVER
/ˈlʌvɚ/NounLOV-erlov-er · 2 syllablesGrade 4
Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2026
Meaning
One who loves and cares for another person in a romantic way; a sweetheart, love, soulmate, boyfriend, girlfriend, or spouse.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
From Middle English lovere, luffer, lufere, equivalent to love + -er.
Synonyms & Antonyms
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