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

The lovebirds decided to elope right then and there, getting married at a courthouse nearby. —Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026

What about those lovebirds who share an account? —The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2026

The following year, the lovebirds made their red carpet debut at the Met Gala. —Robyn Merrett, InStyle, 7 June 2026

Next to join are lovebirds Dara and KJ, and KJ really gets into this game. —Brian Moylan, Vulture, 6 May 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