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/ˈbɔɪfɹənd/ · boy.friend
noun
  1. A male partner in an unmarried romantic relationship. She and her boyfriend went on a romantic dinner date.
  2. A male friend. He's my boyfriend, and we've been friends since high school.
Did you know? The term 'boyfriend' was initially used to describe a male companion or servant, but its meaning evolved over time to refer to a romantic partner.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026