luvvy
Etymology
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Etymology
From a phonetic spelling of love + -y; in the second sense, because this (as a term for darling or sweetheart) is perceived as a common utterance of thespians.
Nounluvvy (plural luvvies)
- (informal) An affectionate term of address.
- Don't cry luvvy, everything will be OK.
- (chiefly, British, humorous, sometimes, derogatory) An actor or actress, especially a narcissistic and pretentious one.
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