heteroamorous

English

Etymology

From hetero- +‎ amorous.

Adjective

heteroamorous (comparative more heteroamorous, superlative most heteroamorous)

  1. (rare) Characterized by love with another of the opposite sex; heteroromantic.
    Coordinate terms: biamorous, homoamorous

Usage notes

  • Often used in contrast to words describing sexual orientation in order to differentiate romantic from sexual feelings.
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