amorist

noun

am·​or·​ist ˈa-mə-rist How to pronounce amorist (audio)
1
: a devotee of love and especially sexual love : gallant
2
: one who writes about romantic love
amoristic adjective

Word History

Etymology

Latin amor "love" + -ist entry 1 — more at amour

First Known Use

1595, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of amorist was in 1595

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Cite this Entry

“Amorist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/amorist. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.

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