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billet-doux

Pronunciation: /ˌbɪleɪˈduː/

Definition of billet-doux

noun (plural billets-doux /-ˈduːz/)

dated or humorous
  • a love letter: she was a constant recipient of billets-doux from the boys of the neighbouring school

Origin:

late 17th century: French, literally 'sweet note'

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