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Amour

Definition:

Amour, commonly known as love, refers to a strong affectionate and romantic feeling towards someone or something.

Part of Speech:

Noun, Verb

Senses:

Sense 1 (Noun):

A romantic or sexual relationship between two individuals.

Example Sentence: Their intense amour compelled them to embark on a passionate journey together.

Sense 2 (Noun):

A personified representation or embodiment of love, often depicted with wings, arrows, and a bow in classical artworks.

Example Sentence: Cupid, the god of amour, shoots his arrows to inspire deep love and passion in the hearts of mortals.

Sense 3 (Verb):

To have a romantic or amorous relationship with someone.

Example Sentence: She wished to amour with him under the starry night sky.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

In modern usage, "amour" is often used in a poetic or nostalgic manner to describe passionate love, particularly in a romantic context.

Example Sentence: The poet's verses were filled with metaphors of amour, evoking emotions of tenderness and longing.

Local Usage:

In some cultures, "amour" is used to describe a forbidden or secret love affair.

Example Sentence: Despite societal disapproval, their clandestine amour continued to burn brightly.

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