English Explanatory Dictionary

lovepat

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Someone who travels to another country to be with a romantic partner, or to experience love.
noun
  1. A pat (gentle touch, e.g. on the head) meant as a display of love or affection; often euphemistically or sarcastically referring to a more violent hitting.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

lovepat lovepats

Etymology

Blend of love + expat.

Related words

sexpat
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