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lovebird Meaning & Definition

What Does Lovebird Mean?

As a noun, lovebird means Any small parrot from one of the nine species within the genus Agapornis. Sometimes they are kept as cage birds and are noted for their affection towards each other. It can also mean One of the members of an openly affectionate couple. As a verb, it means To express romantic affection openly.

Lovebird at a Glance

Part of speechnoun, verb
Synonymsbudgerigar, shell parakeet and budgie
Plurallovebirds
Verb formslovebirds, lovebirding, lovebirded

Lovebird Definition (Noun)

  1. Any small parrot from one of the nine species within the genus Agapornis. Sometimes they are kept as cage birds and are noted for their affection towards each other.
  2. One of the members of an openly affectionate couple.

Lovebird as a Verb

  1. To express romantic affection openly.

Synonyms of Lovebird

Lovebird synonyms and antonyms →

Word Forms & Grammar

lovebird (plural lovebirds)

lovebird (third-person singular simple present lovebirds, present participle lovebirding, simple past and past participle lovebirded)

Words That Rhyme With Lovebird

Origin of Lovebird

From love +‎ bird.

Quick Answers About Lovebird

Is lovebird a noun or a verb?

Lovebird is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.

What is another word for lovebird?

Words with a similar meaning to lovebird include budgerigar, shell parakeet and budgie. See the full list of lovebird synonyms and antonyms.

What is the plural of lovebird?

The plural of lovebird is lovebirds.

What is the past tense of lovebird?

The past tense of lovebird is lovebirded. The present participle is lovebirding.

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