boyfriend

[ boi-frend ]

noun

1. a frequent or favorite male companion; beau.
2. a male friend.
3. a male lover.

adjective

1. pertaining to or noting clothing and accessories for women that are inspired by men's fashions:

   roomy and comfortable boyfriend jeans;

   an oversize boyfriend watch.

boyfriend

/ ˈbɔɪˌfrɛnd /

noun

1. a male friend with whom a person is romantically or sexually involved; sweetheart or lover

Word History and Origins

Origin of boyfriend¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; boy + friend

Example Sentences

She now has a boyfriend who is also visually impaired.

From BBC

Nicola had a boyfriend when she lost her sight but the relationship broke down.

From BBC

Zendaya has described working with her boyfriend Tom Holland as "strangely comfortable".

From BBC

Jackson first revealed the baby news to People, sharing that she is expecting the baby with her boyfriend, whose identity she has not publicly revealed.

From Los Angeles Times

She was arrested Aug. 9 after security personnel noticed her and her boyfriend getting into a physical altercation at the theme park, which is adjacent to the Universal CityWalk dining and shopping district.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• beau
• companion
• friend
• partner
• suitor
• sweetheart
• young man