cupid /ˈkjuːpɪd/noun 2forms 1phrases 1 noun2 •A putto carrying a bow and arrow, representing Cupid or love. •Any of various lycaenid butterflies of the genera Chilades, Cupido and Everes. formscupids Phrases with cupid play CupidTo act as a matchmaker, trying to coerce or induce two people into a romantic relationship.