Lover etymology

English

English word lover comes from Middle English (1100-1500) luffere

Etymology of lover

Detailed word origin of lover

Dictionary entry Language Definition
luffere Middle English (1100-1500) (enm)
lover English (en) (West Country, with "my") An informal term of address for any friend.. A person who loves something.. A sexual partner.. One who loves and cares for another person in a romantic way; a sweetheart, love, soulmate, boyfriend, or girlfriend.