Valentine Definition
vălən-tīn
valentines
noun
A greeting card or note sent or given on Valentine's Day, typically containing an expression of affection or sentimental love.
Webster's New World
One's sweetheart, esp. as chosen or greeted on Valentine's Day.
Webster's New World
A gift presented on Valentine's Day.
Webster's New World
A masculine name.
Webster's New World
Synonyms:
- girlfriend
- boyfriend
- lover
- beloved
- sweetheart
- letter
- gift
- card
- love verse
- St. Valentine's Day greeting
- Valentine's Day card
pronoun
Saint Valentine.
Wiktionary
A male given name in quiet but steady use since the 16th century.
Wiktionary
A female given name occasionally borrowed from French.
Wiktionary
Alternative form of valentine.
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Other Word Forms of Valentine
Noun
Singular:
valentine
Plural:
valentinesOrigin of Valentine
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Latin Valentinus, from valeō (“I am strong, healthy").
From Wiktionary
From Saint Valentine's Day (“day of celebration of romantic love")
From Wiktionary
After Saint Valentine
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
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