lovebird

noun

love·​bird ˈləv-ˌbərd 

plural lovebirds

1

: any of various small usually gray or green parrots (especially genus Agapornis of Africa) that show great affection for their mates

2

lovebirds plural, informal : people who are lovers : people who are in a romantic relationship

The two lovebirds were spotted … boating on the water during the day, before hitting the club at night.

—Maeve McDermott

Another day, another tiny PDA moment for lovebirds Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

—Kayla Keegan

Examples of lovebird in a Sentence

I think I'll leave you two lovebirds alone for a while.

Recent Examples on the Web

While some couples stay together to avoid the discomfort of breaking up, lovebirds thrive on a positive, active approach to nurturing their connection. —Mark Travers, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024

Much of this chaste romance takes place in public spaces such as cafes, art galleries and bowling alleys that are strangely empty apart from the lovebirds. —Richard Kuipers, Variety, 29 Oct. 2024

The pair of lovebirds, snatched from their lush native rainforest, face each other in separate cages, appearing to say their final farewells. —Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024

The post includes three photos of the lovebirds hugging and flaunting the ring, and a reaction video of Giulia after she was proposed to. —Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 13 Aug. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1597, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

lovebird

noun

love·​bird ˈləv-ˌbərd 

: any of various small usually gray or green parrots that are noted for the expression of caring behavior for their mates