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

Okay, that is compelling, but please, let these lovebirds be! — Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 10 July 2026

And far from the perfect picture of two lovebird soulmates, even monogamous animal relationships include just as many complications as human ones. — Andrew Coletti, Popular Science, 8 July 2026

When William began dating Kate Middleton, now known as Princess Kate, their duo became a trio, with Harry accompanying the lovebirds to official engagements and glitzy ceremonies as the flame-haired third wheel. — Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 6 July 2026

According to a press release shared following the ceremony, the two lovebirds tied the knot in custom Dior Haute Couture looks, and were supported by their brothers Austin Swift and Jason Kelce as Man of Honor and Best Man respectively. — Meg Walters, InStyle, 6 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1597, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for lovebird

• afterword
• firebird
• hummingbird
• ladybird
• mockingbird
• overheard
• thunderbird
• undergird
• undeterred
• absurd
• averred
• bluebird

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