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A man who is fancied; a sweetheart.
In Spanish-speaking contexts: a male sweetheart, a darling. Frequently used as a form of address.
A male with whom a person has a romantic or sexual relationship; a male partner or lover.
As a form of address to a male: sweetheart, dear.