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Love song

/ˈlʌv ˌsɔŋ/
nounCEFR A2 (Elementary)Top #4500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A song about romantic love, falling in love, or heartbreak.

    "The acoustic guitar accompanied a beautiful love song that filled the room."
  2. 2

    A musical piece dedicated to expressing deep emotional attachment or adoration.

    "She dedicated a timeless love song to her partner during the concert."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

Derived from Old English 'lufe' (love) combined with 'sang' (song), reflecting ancient Germanic roots present across early Indo-European dialects. The compound has historically referred to lyrical compositions expressing romantic affection, longing, or devotion since the medieval troubadour traditions.

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