romance

/ɹəˈmæns/ · noun

Meaning

A story relating to chivalry; a story involving knights, heroes, adventures, quests, etc.
An intimate relationship between two people; a love affair.
A strong obsession or attachment for something or someone.
Idealized love which is pure or beautiful.
A mysterious, exciting, or fascinating quality.
A story or novel dealing with idealized love.
To woo; to court.
To write or tell romantic stories, poetry, letters, etc.
To talk extravagantly and imaginatively; to build castles in the air.

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