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lovebird

Syllabification: (love·bird)
Pronunciation: /ˈləvˌbərd/
Definition of lovebird

noun

  • 1a very small African and Madagascan parrot with mainly green plumage and typically a red or black face, noted for the affectionate behavior of mated birds.
    • Genus Agapornis, family Psittacidae: several species
  • 2 (lovebirds) informal an openly affectionate couple.

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