amourette
|am-ou-rette|
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/ˌæm.uˈrɛt/
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/ˌæm.jʊˈrɛt/
brief love affair
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amourette' originates from French, specifically the word 'amourette,' where 'amour' meant 'love' and the suffix '-ette' indicated a diminutive form.
Historical Evolution
'amourette' was borrowed directly from French into English, retaining its original meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a small or fleeting love,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a brief or fleeting love affair.
Their amourette was the talk of the town.
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Last updated: 2025/07/20 08:06