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Definition of lovely and

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: so as to give pleasure and enjoyment : pleasingly
  • Isn't the coffee lovely and hot!

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lovely play

  1. : lovable

  2. : delightful for beauty, harmony, or grace : attractive

  3. : grand, swell

  1. : a beautiful woman

  2. : a lovely object

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