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Definition of amour
amour
/əˈmʊər/
a · mour
Adverb:amorously
•Plural:amours
•Adjective:amorous
amour Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
11
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
2
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• noun
1
A love affair or romantic liaison, especially one that is secret or illicit.
Example
"The historical biography detailed the nobleman's numerous courtly amours and political intrigues."
2
A lover, sweetheart, or romantic partner, especially in a clandestine relationship.
Example
"In the nineteenth-century opera, the protagonist disguises himself as a wandering poet to visit his secret amour."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in Middle English from Old French 'amour', from Latin 'amor' (love, affection), related to the verb 'amare' (to love).
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Amour. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/amour