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In North American English, this word typically means:

• PHRASAL VERB:

  • to show your affection for someone in an excessive, but positive, way (e.g. giving many compliments, lots of attention and/or physical touch, spending much quality time together, giving gifts, etc.) (slang)

EXAMPLES

1. Every now and then, it is important to love on your friends. Show them how much they mean to you by treating them to a day full of fun activities that they enjoy. Let them know why they mean so much to you; be honest and vulnerable with them. Don’t hold back.

2. When my brother’s spouse is sad, he makes sure to give them some extra lovin’. He’s always said that the secret to their marriage is loving on one another. It’s a great way to show both emotional support and lifelong devotion to your significant other.

How do you love on the people that are important to you? Let me know in the comments below.

ASSOCIATED WORDS:

Some related words to “to love on” include:

• COLLOCATION:

  • to get your love on (slang)