valentine

[ val-uhn-tahyn ]

/ ˈvæl ənˌtaɪn /

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noun

a card or message, usually amatory or sentimental but sometimes satirical or comical, or a token or gift sent by one person to another on Valentine's Day, sometimes anonymously.

a sweetheart chosen or greeted on this day.

a written or other artistic work, message, token, etc., expressing affection for something or someone: His photographic essay is a valentine to Paris.

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Origin of valentine

1400–50; late Middle English, after the feast of Saint Valentine

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Definition for valentine (2 of 2)

Valentine

[ val-uhn-tahyn ]

/ ˈvæl ənˌtaɪn /

noun

Saint, died a.d. c270, Christian martyr at Rome.

Also Valentinus. pope a.d. 827.

a male given name: from a Latin word meaning “strong.”

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Example sentences from the Web for valentine

Actress Ellen Page came out of the closet on Valentine's Day at a Human Rights Campaign conference in Las Vegas.
How Likable Is Alec Baldwin After His ‘New York Magazine’ Confessional?|Amy Zimmerman|February 26, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Your choice to teach love keeps my Valentine safer from hate.
My Sexy American Sikh Valentine|Jesse Bawa|February 14, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Just in time for Valentine's Day, two books reveal the secrets of e-romance.
The New Rules of Online Dating|Lizzie Crocker, Abby Haglage|February 14, 2013|DAILY BEAST
This year, get your Valentine something they might actually want.
7 Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Gifts Your Valentine Would Actually Want|Misty White Sidell|February 13, 2013|DAILY BEAST

While chasing down a suspect, Valentine crosses The Line, putting his job in jeopardy.
This Week’s Must Reads||September 3, 2011|DAILY BEAST
Valentine smiled, and looked at Curumilla, who shook his head.
The Pirates of the Prairies|Gustave Aimard
The hunters prepared to leave their camp, and Valentine placed himself at the head of the little band.
The Trapper's Daughter|Gustave Aimard
Valentine rather liked her, or pretended to, for on several occasions she lent her Rosalie to dress her hair.
The Count's Chauffeur|William Le Queux
Valentine went to drive his master, who went only to kill a dull day.
The Haunted Homestead|E. D. E. N. Southworth
Valentine was sitting close to him; he put his arm around her waist as he spoke.
A Life For a Love|L. T. Meade

British Dictionary definitions for valentine (1 of 2)

valentine

/ (ˈvælənˌtaɪn) /

noun

a card or gift expressing love or affection, sent, often anonymously, to one's sweetheart or satirically to a friend, on Saint Valentine's Day

a sweetheart selected for such a greeting

British Dictionary definitions for valentine (2 of 2)

Valentine

/ (ˈvælənˌtaɪn) /

noun

Saint. 3rd century ad, Christian martyr, associated by historical accident with the custom of sending valentines; bishop of Terni. Feast day: Feb 14

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单词	valentine
释义	valentine [ val-uhn-tahyn ] / ˈvæl ənˌtaɪn / SEE SYNONYMS FOR valentine ON THESAURUS.COM noun a card or message, usually amatory or sentimental but sometimes satirical or comical, or a token or gift sent by one person to another on Valentine's Day, sometimes anonymously. a sweetheart chosen or greeted on this day. a written or other artistic work, message, token, etc., expressing affection for something or someone: His photographic essay is a valentine to Paris. VIDEO FOR VALENTINE WATCH NOW: What Is The Origin Of Valentine's Day? Red roses, heart-shaped candy boxes, fancy dinner reservations—how did all of these come to signify romance on February 14th? MORE VIDEOS FROM DICTIONARY.COM Origin of valentine 1400–50; late Middle English, after the feast of Saint Valentine Words nearby valentine valency, valency electron, valency grammar, Valens, -valent, valentine, Valentine's Day, Valentine's position, Valentinian I, Valentinian II, Valentinian III Definition for valentine (2 of 2) Valentine [ val-uhn-tahyn ] / ˈvæl ənˌtaɪn / noun Saint, died a.d. c270, Christian martyr at Rome. Also Valentinus. pope a.d. 827. a male given name: from a Latin word meaning “strong.” Dictionary.com UnabridgedBased on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2020 Example sentences from the Web for valentine Actress Ellen Page came out of the closet on Valentine's Day at a Human Rights Campaign conference in Las Vegas. How Likable Is Alec Baldwin After His ‘New York Magazine’ Confessional?\|Amy Zimmerman\|February 26, 2014\|DAILY BEAST Your choice to teach love keeps my Valentine safer from hate. My Sexy American Sikh Valentine\|Jesse Bawa\|February 14, 2014\|DAILY BEAST Just in time for Valentine's Day, two books reveal the secrets of e-romance. The New Rules of Online Dating\|Lizzie Crocker, Abby Haglage\|February 14, 2013\|DAILY BEAST This year, get your Valentine something they might actually want. 7 Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Gifts Your Valentine Would Actually Want\|Misty White Sidell\|February 13, 2013\|DAILY BEAST While chasing down a suspect, Valentine crosses The Line, putting his job in jeopardy. This Week’s Must Reads\|\|September 3, 2011\|DAILY BEAST Valentine smiled, and looked at Curumilla, who shook his head. The Pirates of the Prairies\|Gustave Aimard The hunters prepared to leave their camp, and Valentine placed himself at the head of the little band. The Trapper's Daughter\|Gustave Aimard Valentine rather liked her, or pretended to, for on several occasions she lent her Rosalie to dress her hair. The Count's Chauffeur\|William Le Queux Valentine went to drive his master, who went only to kill a dull day. The Haunted Homestead\|E. D. E. N. Southworth Valentine was sitting close to him; he put his arm around her waist as he spoke. A Life For a Love\|L. T. Meade British Dictionary definitions for valentine (1 of 2) valentine / (ˈvælənˌtaɪn) / noun a card or gift expressing love or affection, sent, often anonymously, to one's sweetheart or satirically to a friend, on Saint Valentine's Day a sweetheart selected for such a greeting British Dictionary definitions for valentine (2 of 2) Valentine / (ˈvælənˌtaɪn) / noun Saint. 3rd century ad, Christian martyr, associated by historical accident with the custom of sending valentines; bishop of Terni. Feast day: Feb 14 Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012 Content related to valentine What Does It Mean To Ask Someone To Be Your “Valentine”?Why do we ask people to be our "Valentine"? When did someone first choose a valentine, anyway? Choosing a sweetheart on this day dates to 14th-century English and French court circles. READ MORE Use These Dictionary Conversation Hearts To Redefine Love This Valentine’s DayWhether you're celebrating your Galentine or flirting with someone special on Valentine's Day, we've got a perfect conversation heart for you. Best of all: They're all free to print or screenshot and share with that special someone. READ MORE Words related to valentine passion, lover, sweetheart, companion, suitor, admirer, girlfriend, boyfriend, heartthrob, paramour, darling, angel, sweet, honey, dear, beloved, inamorata, beau, truelove, spark
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valentine

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