lovebird

noun 2verb 1

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noun

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.

One of the members of an openly affectionate couple.

Okay, all right, whew! What do you say we all clear out of here and let these two lovebirds get back down to business?

verb

To express romantic affection openly.

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Synonyms

noun — small Australian parakeet usually light green with black and

budgerigar
budgereegah
budgerygah
budgie

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Idioms & Phrases

Example Bank

Okay, all right, whew! What do you say we all clear out of here and let these two lovebirds get back down to business?

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In some senses, lovebird is marked as figuratively. Watch for register when choosing this word.

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