lover lover /ˈlʌvɝ/

noun

1. () A person who loves someone or is loved by someone  ( lover )
   a person who loves someone or is loved by someone
     The star-crossed lovers defied all odds to be together.
   The star-crossed lovers defied all odds to be together.
   
   
2. () An ardent follower and admirer  ( buff , devotee , lover , fan )
   an ardent follower and admirer
    The concert was filled with screaming fans who knew every word to every song
   The concert was filled with screaming fans who knew every word to every song
   
3. A significant other to whom you are not related by marriage  ( lover )
   a significant other to whom you are not related by marriage